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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

26 DR. FATIMA VILICH

Uses Functional Medicine to Ease Chronic Conditions by Carrie Jackson

28 ENERGY BOOSTERS Four Ways to Recharge by Kathleen Barnes

29 THE ADVANTAGES OF COMPOUNDING PRESCRIPTIONS

by Jim Kolar, RPh

30 ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ALL ABOUT METABOLISM

Getting to the Root Cause of Disease by Linda Sechrist

34 HORMONE-HAPPY FOODS

The Right Choices Make Our Bodies Hum by Linda Sechrist

36 ECO-FRIENDLY FLOORS Sustainable Beauty Underfoot by Avery Mack

38 INTERVAL TRAINING KNOCKS DOWN BLOOD SUGAR

Exercise Bursts are Fast and Effective by Lisa Marlene

40 WALKING THE WALK OF WEIGHT LOSS:

A Conversation with Sharan Tash by Carrie Jackson

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42 PET ANESTHESIA

How to Make it Safer and Easier on Everyone by Shawn Messonnier

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letterfrompublisher Every day is a new opportunity to helpmake life better for ourselves, our neighbors and all the creatures with which we Jim Irwin and Peggy Malecki share this Earth. It’s been said that the steps contact us Publishers Peggy Malecki and Jim Irwin Circulation Manager Jim Irwin Sales & Marketing Jim Irwin, Peggy Malecki Sondra Brigandi, Heidi Hetzel, Iris Winter Editors Martin Miron, Theresa Archer, Randy Kambic Writers Linda Sechrist, Megy Karydes, S. Alison Chabonais, Carrie Jackson Design & Production Suzzanne Siegel, Martin Friedman, Stephen Blancett, Steve Hagewood Natural Awakenings Chicago P.O. Box 72, Highland Park, IL 60035 PH: 847-858-3697 FAX: 888-858-3107 Info@NAChicagoNorth.com NAChicagoNorth.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter © 2015 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved. Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing. Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call to find a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business. We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised. We welcome your ideas, articles and feedback.

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very day is a new opportunity to help make life better for ourselves, our neighbors and all the creatures with which we share this Earth. It’s been said that the steps we take on our daily journey help to form the way we will carry ourselves for the rest of our lives. Our experiences, observations and choices all stitch together in that fabric of “me” and its interaction with the tapestry of “we”. Each decision we make becomes part of our life’s canvas and the instruction manual we subconsciously use to plan our days. Many people set goals and intentions in January to make changes to their lives, but how we choose to approach those goals can make all the difference in what we deem as success, what we give up on and what leaves us unfulfilled. The need to get things done and out of the way makes it easy for us to lose track of our journey. A sense of competition with ourself or others may set in, so reaching our goal becomes nothing more than a checklist. And then, before we know it, it’s December 31 again, and we’ll be looking at 2016, wondering where the year went. Even if we do meet our previous goals, we may be unfulfilled and bored. Here are some suggestions to savor your 2015 journey and reach your goals with exuberance. First, recognize that every goal is a moving target, and often the endpoint will change as your perspective changes over the year. Life is a work in progress, and a goal is often just a starting point to the next chapter. Embrace this realization and you won’t be disappointed. Go at your own pace, take your time on the journey and enjoy it more. Stop to perceive the subtle signs of progress as you move toward the place you want to be and enjoy your successes. Celebrate the smallest victories with a personal reward (think intangibles, like taking an extra break or sleeping in), and really kick up your heels when you reach an “Aha!” moment. Be sure to give yourself enough time to experience the subtleties of the path and absorb what you are learning about your subject matter and yourself. Take a coffee break to read your mental notes and sort through the photos in your mind’s eye. Don’t rush through the steps you’re taking to reach your goal or be afraid of seeming missteps, delays and side trips, because they may open up new opportunities that you would have missed in the rush to completion. What are your intentions for the new year? We’d love to hear your thoughts about positive changes you plan to make happen in 2015. Feel free to share at Editor@NAChicagoNorth.com or post on our Facebook page. We’d like to welcome you to a new year of Natural Awakenings Chicago. Our intention is to continue to bring you fresh ideas to inspire and motivate you toward a more healthful, sustainable and rewarding life in 2015. Here’s to the new year, and here’s to you!

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orth Shore Health Solutions is offering the laser lipo for all adults over 18 years old at a special price during January. The Waist Buster treatment is available for $125 ($500 value). There is no pain, no surgery and no drugs involved with this method. The laser lipo uses a cold laser to shrink fat cells in a specific area of the body. Patients relax in a room for 45 minutes while paddles emit the laser energy into the body. The liver plays a major role in this process because it is responsible for the conversion of the fat cells. After one treatment, Dr. Kim Martin, DC, owner of North Shore Health Solutions, guarantees that patients will lose a minimum of two inches. Location: 1446 Techny Rd., Northbrook. For more information, call 847-715-9060. See ad on page 17, in the Community Resource Guide and at NAChicagoNorth.com.

heree Nathanson is offering an interactive life coaching session at 7 p.m., January 15, at Madame Zuzu’s Tea House, for individuals to explore ways to overcome blocks that might be keeping them from experiencing harmony in their lives. She will share tools and perspectives to gently guide participants to a Sheree Nathanson place where they are feeling more free and flowing. Nathanson says, “It’s a new year. This is an opportunity to create a life you love filled with peace, joy and harmony. When we try to control our external world to be pleasing to us, it never works. The external world has an influence, but does not dictate our internal world. We all have access to living in harmony. Sometimes it’s hiding, and we just have to be willing to allow it in.”

New Heartbreak Bootcamp Helps Heal Pain of Breaking Up

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Early bird pricing is available. Location: Comfy Fitness studio, 2115 N. Damen, Bucktown. Register at HeartbreakBootcamp.com. For more information, call 312-373-0727 or visit ComfyFitness.com. See ad on page 11 and in the Community Resource Guide.

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omfy Fitness and Next Step Counseling are launching their debut health and wellness program, Heartbreak Bootcamp (HBB), on January 11, exclusively for women that are going through a romantic, professional or personal breakup. The HBB concept targets the physical, psychological and social needs of women that have recently encountered an emotionally disruptive event in their lives. The carefully constructed five-week program addresses both health and healing from a physical and psychological perspective. The components work in tandem to identify short-term wellness goals, elevate participants’ mood and create a new support group of women going through similar experiences. The HBB schedule includes two workouts a week created by the personal trainers of Comfy Fitness, and weekly Saturday seminars curated by the owner of Next Step Counseling that address personal transitions and break-ups using evidence-based tools for healing, letting go and moving on.

Admission is free. Location: 582 Roger Williams, Highland Park. For more information, call 847-274-8696, email Sheree@LivingInHarmonyNow.com or visit LivingInHarmonyNow.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide.

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newsbriefs Discover the Path to a More Joyful and Authentic Life

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Cost is $45/10 days in advance, then $55. CEUs available. Location: Infinity Foundation, 1282 Old Skokie Rd., Highland Park. Register by calling 847-831-8828 or visit InfinityFoundation.org. See Infinity ad in the Community Resource Guide. See Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ad on page 21.

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newsbriefs Break4Health Studio Grand Opening in Oak Park

reak4Health has opened a new studio at 1100 Lake Street, Suite, 100C, in Oak Park, and will hold a grand opening celebration from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., January 17, with free bone density screenings. Break4Health is said to be the first health studio in the U.S. to combine the latest technologies proven to help reverse osteoporosis, improve balance and increase strength. Their bioDensity and Power Plate equipment helps improve health in as little as 10 minutes, once a week. It has been shown to improve balance, increase energy and vitality, bolster strength and boost metabolism more than traditional workouts. The studio focuses on clients that want a natural solution to address osteoporosis, as well as those looking for an alternative to going to a gym in order to improve their strength or balance. There is even a program that addresses multiple sclerosis. For a free assessment, call 312-909-6343. Find other Break4Health locations and register online at Break4Health.com. See ad on page 11 and in the Community Resource Guide.

Free Detoxification Workshop in Chicago

r. Nick LeRoy, director of the Illinois Center for Progressive Health, will conduct a workshop to explore the chemistry and science behind detoxification, to be led by Rachelle Meade, RD, LDN, a highly experienced nutritional consultant, from noon to 1:30 p.m., January 17. Participants will learn specifically what detoxification really means, how to facilitate it and what nutrients are necessary for it to occur efficiently and without over-burdening the body. Dr. Nick LeRoy They will also have the opportunity to identify whether they are in need of detoxification. A 10-day detox and a 28-day detox program will be discussed in detail. Location: Illinois Center for Progressive Health, 1002 W. Lake St., Chicago. Seating limited; to RSVP (required), call 312-243-3338. See ad on page 33 and in the Community Resource Guide.

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arianne W. Schaefer, DDS, & Related Associates will host a day to “Be-the-Dentist” from 1 to 3 p.m., January 28, at their Chicago office. The class is offered to adults in an effort to learn how a dental office provides care. Participants will be allowed to work with materials hands-on and taught what to look for in a good practitioner. It’s an opportunity to use a real office for a dental education that participants won’t soon forget.

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Martin Luther King Day of Service in Highland Park

ighland Park will celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with the 6th annual Day of Service and celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., January 19, at the Recreation Center of Highland Park. Multi-generational community events will honor King’s life, devoted to equality, social justice, economic advancement and opportunity for all, because he recognized the power of service to strengthen communities and achieve common goals. The Honorable Jesse White will speak about his experiences while studying with King, Highland Park’s Mr. Lynn Epps will offer a tribute to the civil rights pioneer and the Highland Park Jazz Band will play patriotic songs with the Edgewood Middle School Chorus. The Jesse White Tumblers will also perform. Activities will benefit veterans and active troops, local shelters and food banks, local and national youth, pets, the environment and seniors. Everyone is invited to attend. Location: 1207 Park Ave. West. For more information, visit AllForGood.org.

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FUNtastic Family Fair is Healthy Fun for All

he Infinity Foundation presents its 12th annual FUNtastic Family Fair: Healthy Choices for Healthy Families, from 1 to 4 p.m., January 25, at the Highland Park Country Club. Great entertainment and hands-on activities at each exhibit make for a unique way for parents and kids to find out about the latest information for improved health and wellness. The fair features more than 40 hands-on interactive exhibitors with information about healthy choices, fitness, arts and expression, including free screenings and free samples. Entertainers include a magic show by Mike D. Magic and an interactive educational animal show by Nature Creatures, balloon twisting, face painting and more. Kid exhibitors that sell handcrafted items such as artwork, jewelry, tie-dye or friendship bracelets may keep the money they earn or give it to a charity. The Infinity Foundation is a nonprofit educational organization located in Highland Park that offers more than 200 Courses for Life each year for children, teens and adults in personal development and holistic health. Bestselling authors from all over the country give workshops and retreats.

Admission is $5, under 4 free. Location: 1201 Park Ave. West. For more information or a free course guide, call 847-831-8828 or visit InfinityFoundation.org. See ad on page 17 and in the Community Resource Guide.

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newsbriefs Wild Things 2015 Conference

eople that care about the Earth and want to do something about it locally will meet to study, have a good time and develop skills and tools for conserving local wilderness and and habitat at the Wild Things Conference, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., January 31, at the University of Illinois at Chicago Student Center East. More than 90 concurrent large and small group sessions will appeal to a wide range of interests. Keynote speaker Bill Kleiman, of the Illinois Nature Conservancy, will talk about How the Bison Came Back: Stewards and Scientists Restore Human and Natural Communities at Nachusa Grasslands. There will be presentations and workshops that cover subjects ranging from habitat management, botany and zoology to advocacy, history and backyard ecology. Open to all, this biennial conference is a rare opportunity to connect like-minded local organizations and individuals committed to conserving land and nature. A detailed schedule is available online. Early bird tickets are $30 before Jan. 6. Deadline for registration is Jan. 19 at HabitatProject.org/WildThings2015. For more information, call Patricia Hayes at 708-220-9596 or email PtiHys@yahoo.com. See ad on page 45.

Discover the 2015 Body Mind Spirit Expo

he Body Mind Spirit Expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., February 28, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 1, at the Midwest Conference Center, in Northlake, with myriad alternatives for health, wellness and spirituality. Presentations, more than 100 exhibitors and live entertainment complement the latest findings in natural health, personal growth and metaphysics. Opportunities abound for receiving a healing or soothing massage, trying the latest new products and learning about fascinating new avenues to better health, personal well-being and spiritual growth.

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Grassroots Initiative for Mingle Juice Bar

ingle Juice Bar is conducting a crowdfunding campaign through February to expand its popular business with the purchase of a state-of-the-art, high-volume cold-press juicer and a delivery vehicle. In a world full of unhealthy fast food options, Mingle Juice Bar is an oasis of clean, healthy eating. Co-owner Leslie Mendoza Temple, M.D., says, “Our delicious array of juices, smoothies, açai bowls, soups, salads and other scrumptious goods help you live a healthier, happier life. We have just opened our first location in Glenview and need your help as we fund a new machine that will allow us to pump out even more nutrition-packed juice for you.” The Mingle Juice Bar was built around one worthy mission: providing a healthy food option for health-conscious people. A growing number of Americans are pledging to get fit, but busy schedules and convenient, yet unhealthy, fast food choices can derail the best of intentions.

Location: 1830 Tower Dr., Glenview. To contribute, visit Fundable.com/Mingle-Juice-Bar. For more information, call 847-834-0659 or visit MingleJuiceBar.com. See ad on page 35 and in the Community Resource Guide.

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he National Association of Realtors (NAR) has created a new Green Realtor designation and benefits program tailored for real estate agents. It provides advanced training in green building and sustainable business practices so they can seek out, understand and market properties with green features. Katie Hauser Katie Hauser, an NAR Green Realtor with Baird & Warner, notes that clients are becoming more concerned with commuting costs, energy efficiency and sustainability. As consumer demand for knowledge on these issues increase, she will be able to have access to customizable, members-only marketing tools to help her customers gain a comprehensive understanding of what it means to go green, and answer their concerns. Hauser states, “I enjoy helping people problem solve in a green way, such as choosing Low E replacement windows over standard, and recommending green insulation to someone who has never considered it. The Green Resource Council provides NAR Green Designees with up-to-date resources and ongoing education so I can serve you better.” Contact Katie Hauser, broker at Baird & Warner, at 847-2125214 or Katie.Hauser@BairdWarner.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide.

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Stop Electromagnetic Pollution Problem: We are all surrounded by energy-draining electromagnetic fields (EMF) from myriad electronic devices and systems in homes and offices, plus cell phone towers and transmission lines. All of these operate on frequencies that can be major energy drains, says Carter. Japanese research physician Ryoichi Ogawa found that 80 percent of his chronic fatigue patients were frequent users of electromagnetic technologies (Omega-News). Solution: Minimize indoor exposure to EMFs by using land lines with corded phones, power strips and shutting off electricity to nonessential appliances when not in use. “I’ve been preaching this for 20 years,” says Carter. Protecting sleep space is a primary consideration. “Make sure no beds are near electrical outlets and cell phones. Get rid of cordless phones, which are like mini cell towers, right there in the house,” she adds. The easiest solution, Carter says, is to put bare feet on bare earth for 15 to 20 minutes a day. “It will pull some of that excess EMF charge right off of you.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.

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This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle. When several complex conditions exist simultaneously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Regardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflammation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.

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ttempts to tender lay explanations of how to attain and maintain better health have become fragmented and compartmentalized, with complex scientific cause-and-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, selfcorrecting and interdependent physiological systems, which work in collaboration with each other and inform us of the body’s status by means of symptoms, deserves a whole-systems frame of reference. Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, beginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, including interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.

The Reign of Metabolism

Many perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determining energy expenditure via the number of calories burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually encompasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis. 30

approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges. “To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo. For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin. When five of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive and digestive—are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive measures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.

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Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority of today’s chronic diseases. Lifestyle Factors

Functional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food consumed at each meal in the standard American diet—highglycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats—are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils. Factors over which we can exercise some control— physical activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms— all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle. We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsylvania and Delaware. He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments. “A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity. Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.

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Dr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and children showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-overlooked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, making gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medica-

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tion in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic dysfunction is reversible. She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabetes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumference and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility. Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process. Funfack’s all-natural, personalized nutrition plan, backed by more than 25 years of scientific study, is designed to bring hormonal balance, optimize health and lead to long-term weight management. Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormalities such as high blood sugar.” Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare practitioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace. Bestselling Virgin Diet author JJ Virgin, who characterizes the human body as a “chemistry lab,” adopts an easy-tofollow nutritional and fitness approach for metabolic health. She recommends eating the types of healthy fats found in wild fish, raw nuts and seeds, coconut, avocado and olives. Virgin prefers the clean, lean protein of grass-fed beef and wild fish, plus low-glycemic lentils and legumes and plenty of low-glycemic fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pears and grapefruits. Low-glycemic vegetables on her list include green peas, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onion and eggplant. “When you eat this way, there’s a slow release of sugar, and insulin remains at lower levels,” advises Virgin. As in any systems theory, the whole must be understood in relationship to the parts, as well as the relevant environment. Experts agree that it’s paramount to take an expanded, systemic approach to metabolic health, rather than fixating on only one or two aspects at a time. Metabolic health—from basic cells to the most sophisticated of organized systems—can only be achieved and sustained when the whole system is healthy. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings and host of the online Metabolic Revolution Summit. Visit her website ItsAllAboutWe.com for a free audio sample. See ad on page 32.

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any patients, both men and women, have a heroworshipping attitude toward their physicians and can be intimidated during visits. They may feel it’s impolite to question a doctor, even to get information needed to make critical decisions for one’s self or a loved one. Some doctors seem to have forgotten they are still just people with a medical degree. Patients should remember this if they encounter any perceived aloofness or arrogance. Too often, such an unhelpful attitude may be acquired along with professional experience. Getting ready for a visit to a doctor often entails following instructions, but should also include preparing questions you want answered. If a serious health issue has surfaced, such as an abnormal lab test or a diagnosis that requires treatment, make key questions count: “Where did this come from? Is there anything I can do for myself? What is the recommended treatment? What are the expected effects and unintended side effects of the proposed treatment? Are there alternative forms of treatment? Can I speak to one of your patients that has undergone this treatment?” Then, do online research upon returning home. The Internet has placed the entire library of medicine at our fingertips. Sift out the science from the hype, refine questions and go back for deeper answers. Get a second opinion from another medical doctor or naturopath (some states license them) or doctor of Oriental medicine (acupuncture and herbs). No matter if the proposed treatment is as seemingly simple as a course of antibiotics or as serious as surgery, question it before automatically submitting to a diagnosis and drug prescription. Each of us is the only person on Earth with the unique vantage point of living inside our body. We shouldn’t let anyone label us as depressed if a sick body says otherwise, that “It’s all in your head,” if it’s real, or that there’s no cure. That’s where alternative medicine usually begins and miracles can happen. The best results come from standing up for ourselves. Dr. Carol L. Roberts practices integrative medicine at the Perlmutter Health Center, in Naples, FL (PerlHealth.com). She is a founding diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.

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ur body’s hormones work like an orchestra. When one instrument is out of tune, the entire production struggles to maintain harmony. Each plays a part in influencing the others and determining how well the whole concert works. Fortunately, our body has masterful conductors, including the endocrine system, which coordinates all of the glands and the hormones they produce. “Players” include the adrenal, hypothalamus, pancreas, pineal, pituitary, reproductive and thyroid/ parathyroid glands. “A healthy endocrine system is essential to making hormones in appropriate amounts throughout our life,” says Theresa Dale, Ph.D., a naturopathic doctor who practices as a traditional naturopath and clinical nutritionist in Oxnard, California, and has authored Revitalizing Your Hormones. “For example, when the ovaries shut down after menopause, the adrenal glands continue producing progesterone and other essential hormones.” Dale, dean and founder of the California College of Natural Medicine, further assures that contrary to assertions from some conventional medicine reports, the body is able to produce necessary hormones throughout our entire life. Hormones function as chemical messengers that commute through the

bloodstream as part of the information superhighway that connects the brain to the DNA managers of the body’s cells. “Hormones communicate with chemicals produced by the brain called neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, which greatly influence energy levels, moods and other bodily functions such as moving memories from short- to longterm storage,” explains Dale. For 20 years, she has seen patients with critical hormonal imbalances respond to her recommended threemonth, endocrine-rebuilding diet, comprising three daily meals of steamed, sautéed and raw foods, fish, whole grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, plus two raw vegetable or seed snacks. The regimen strives to balance metabolism, cleanse the body, restore immune function and revitalize the endocrine system. Kokomo, Indiana, resident Sylvia Egel, national director of coaching and education for Metabolic Balance, a personalized nutrition plan to balance metabolism and hormones, optimize health and increase energy at any age, agrees that hormones can be restored and balanced via proper food selections. “Our lifestyle and dietary choices strongly affect our metabolism and hormonal health, as do stress levels and sleep patterns. Eating at the wrong time, in the wrong place or in the

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wrong order, and even poor combinations of healthy foods, can be almost as problematic as eating junk food,” says Egel. She also warns against snacking, emotional eating, eating on the go, skipping breakfast and waiting too long between meals. Diana Hoppe, author of Healthy Sex Drive, Healthy You, an obstetrician and gynecologist in San Diego, California, who leads clinical trials related to women’s health at the Pacific Coast Research Center, also sees firsthand how what we eat directly affects our hormones. She attests that our bodies need a balance of three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein and fat. “But for 20 years, we have been advised to decrease fat intake in favor of fat-free options that have been detrimental to us, because we need fat to produce hormones and maintain healthy hormone function. Certain fatty acids and cholesterol serve as building blocks in hormone production and cellular function, especially the reproductive hormones of estrogen and testosterone,” says Hoppe. Food can be medicine for hormones. One of the most important hormone-balancing fats is coconut oil, which heals skin, increases metabolism and supplies a quick source of energy. Egg yolks are a good source of choline and iodine, essential to the production of healthy thyroid hormones, plus are rich in vitamins A, D, E and B-complex vitamins. Avocados have lots of healthy fat that helps absorb and utilize nutrients. Nuts and seeds, olive oil and salmon are all rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids that help stabilize hormone levels. Eating the right foods and incorporating healthy fats into meals increases overall energy, reduces hormonal fluctuations and helps us feel more balanced. Says Dale, “The majority of individuals are surprised to learn that hormone health doesn’t depend on age, but rather on a complex of factors, like the air we breathe, the water we drink, the quality of our diet, good sleep and adequate exercise, plus the relative health of our relationships and emotional life—and that’s just for starters.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. See ad on page 32.

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different types of exercise programs had on individuals seeking to reverse metabolic dysfunction, an overall chemical imbalance largely attributed to insulin resistance. They concluded that despite producing similar effects on body weight and blood pressure, the aerobic interval training group also showed greater improvement in insulin sensitivity, aerobic capacity and highdensity lipoprotein (HDL, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;goodâ&#x20AC;? cholesterol) than those performing continuous moderate exercise. They also exhibited lower blood glucose (sugar) levels. Another beneficial HIIE characteristic is that it involves markedly fewer exercise repetitions and less training time. JJ Virgin, a fitness and nutrition expert and author of The Virgin Diet, recommends incorporating burst-style and resistance training for fast, lasting fat

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lifelong entrepreneur, Sharan Tash has worked in the fields of fitness, dentistry, education and professional speaking. She’s always been active, but found her weight creeping up and realized she had many habits and triggers that were making her very unhealthy and keeping her from the lifestyle she desired. Last November she used her background in fitness and networking to open Tash Fitness, a women-only concierge fitness facility in Skokie that helps clients reach their goals of healthier eating, increased physical fitness, fat loss and better overall wellness in a supportive environment. Tash uses her own success to motivate and encourage clients, and be able to empathize with them.

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being a dancer, but during an audition, I was told I would never make it as a professional because I was too big. By 1990, I weighed over 340 pounds and was on my way up to 400 pounds. I realized that I was on a path of destruction and I wasn’t going to be able to see my children and grandchildren grow up. At first, I took drastic measures that weren’t healthy. I was only eating 600 calories a day and not getting enough nutrients. Finally, I started seeing a nutritionist who helped me identify my triggers and had me talk about why I wanted to eat the whole bowl of candy instead of just one or two pieces. I started eating a high-protein diet that gave me energy throughout the day, and I don’t eat packaged or processed foods. It’s not a diet; it’s an eating plan that I can maintain for the rest of my life.

What types of services does Tash Fitness offer? Many women don’t like to go to bigbox gyms where they feel people are staring at them, and prefer to be in a women-only environment. The atmosphere at Tash Fitness is SAFE—Sizeless, Ageless, Fitness Education. We don’t Sharan Tash (in white) and Aliza Mor

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have any machines, but instead focus on functional fitness that allows people to exercise in the way they would normally move anyway. We have TRX, ropes, elastic bands, balls, steps, butterfly nets and a lot of other fun toys. We offer a variety of classes, including Zumba, yoga and Pilates, semi-private training and private training. Clients can schedule a session with one of our licensed massage therapists and drop their kids off at our child care center. We also do a lot of work with seniors to increase their balance and muscle strength, reduce their risk of falls and improve cognitive function through nutrition and exercise.

How do you help clients meet their fitness and health goals? Sustained fat loss requires nutritional changes and exercise, and we emphasize both. We don’t keep track of weight, but we measure body fat. We do ask that clients keep records of their food intake and be honest about it. This is a judgment-free zone. If they eat a whole pizza one night, we’re not going to berate them for that, but instead ask them what triggered it. What else is going on in their lives to make their eating out of control? What works for one person won’t necessarily work for another person, so we address their individual needs. I start each day with a protein bar, but some people can’t stomach food first thing in the morning, so we come up with a plan that works for them.

What are some suggestions for people that want to start a healthy eating and exercise plan? You don’t have to go to the gym for two hours every day to be healthy. We emphasize that people focus on NEAT—NonExercise Activity Thermogenesis. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Go out and garden for 30 minutes. Walk around the house during tv commercial breaks. It gets your blood flowing and keeps your body ready to move. Twenty minutes before eating a meal, drink two glasses of lemon water. It will keep you hydrated and curb some of your hunger. If you go to a party, take a look around at your food options before you start eating and decide what you’re going to have. If you want a piece of cheesecake, go ahead and have it, but maybe skip the fried appetizers. Also become aware of proper serving proportions. Restaurant portions are grossly large and are usually three to four actual servings. Also, if you splurge one night, don’t obsess about it. Tomorrow is a new day and another opportunity to do something healthy for yourself. Once you accept you, the rest of it all falls into place. You no longer need to live in the shadow of other people’s judgments. We love our community of guest members. Tash Fitness is located at 8816 N. Bronx Ave., in Skokie. For more information, call 847-379-5777 or visit TashFitness. com. See ad on page 19, in the Community Resource Guide and on NAChicagoNorth.com.

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Both the family and the veterinarian need to feel comfortable with treatments. Ask questions before submitting an animal to any anesthetic or surgery or other medical procedure. Talk with the veterinarian about using this gentle, natural approach to help relieve any concerns if a pet needs sedation or anesthesia. Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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any pet parents and some veterinarians have an unnecessary fear of animal anesthesia. Addressing some misconceptions about this common medical procedure can be helpful, particularly in regard to older pets.

Myth #1: Anesthesia is Dangerous Modern anesthesia has evolved into a safe medical practice since it was introduced in 1799 and uses much safer drugs than earlier versions. Still, all medications need to be approached cautiously for the welfare of all individuals connected to its use. Both injectable anesthetic drugs and inhalant anesthetic drugs (gases) can be used safely if properly chosen for a specific condition, accurately dosed and continuously monitored.

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lasting from several hours to a day or more following a procedure shouldn’t occur. Lower-quality anesthetic drugs injected during discounted spaying and neutering procedures may produce such prolonged recovery periods. It’s safer to use a high-quality, quick-acting, short-term injectable anesthetic, followed by gas anesthesia for anesthetic maintenance, during surgical procedures, including for spaying and neutering. Patients wake up quickly following surgery and can be sent home fully awake soon afterwards.

Myth #3: A Pet is Too Old

No pet is too old for proper medical care. Because older pets don’t metabolize some drugs as well as younger ones, the correct anesthesia must be chosen for the pet’s age and current state of health or medical problems. Too often, pets haven’t received proper care, especially dental cleanings and tumor removals, because their current veterinarian has deemed them too old for anesthesia.

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PRINCIPLES OF HOLISTIC ANESTHESIA by Shawn Messonnier n Each patient is unique and has unique anesthetic needs. n Giving the least amount of anesthesia needed ensures the safest possible procedure. n Analgesics are used to minimize discomfort and meet anesthetic needs. n Some anesthetic drugs may be used to minimize the depth of anesthesia obtained. n Light levels of anesthesia are preferred for minimally painful procedures. n Carefully monitoring the patient during anesthesia helps ensure a good outcome. n Patients should wake up from anesthesia immediately following the procedure. n Patients are sent home immediately following anesthetic recovery. n An older pet can be safely anesthetized by a holistic vet as part of its anti-aging care.

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READING PET FOOD LABELS It’s Not So Simple Anymore by Rob Freeman

hen we think of fresh or simple food, we likely picture apples directly from the tree, or milk from the milkman, or something else obtained from a smaller and simpler type of business without too many choices that could overwhelm us. Nowadays, we live in the world of big, with large superstore chains and supersized supermarkets that offer tons of commercialized choices representing a large number of brands from other large conglomerate companies through giant distribution networks. It’s hard to tell how long it might take for a product to get from a large manufacturer through its large distribution channels to a large nationwide superstore chain location. Pet food is going through that same world of big right now. Two nationwide U.S. superstore chains make up a majority of pet food sales, according to a study featured by market research firm IBIS World (IbisWorld.com). At the same time, four large companies make up more than 80 percent of the $21 billion U.S. pet food market. The names are familiar: Mars, Nestle/Purina, Del Monte and Proctor and Gamble (P&G). Since this study was done, Mars has purchased many of P&G’s pet brands, making Colgate Palmolive the

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new number four. Fresh or natural is hard to perceive here, especially with all of the product recalls that have taken place since 2009. There have been more than 100 announcements for multiple recalled pet lines since then, according to the Dog Food Advisor website (DogFoodAdvisor. com). It’s hard to know what to do when a product is recalled and to know which batch came from where. It is not only the very big companies that have felt the recall pain recently. Other firms making highquality natural food have been hit by quality issue recalls recently that are certainly not fresh or healthy. These can be tracked on the Internet. There is a lot of industry discussion about what comprises “natural” pet food. According to data from GfK

MRI (GfkMri.com), a pet retail research company, between January 2014 and August 2014, 79 percent of all new pet food items introduced to market were marketed in the natural category. According to a Pet MD (PetMD.com) article, “What is Natural Pet Food Really?” natural pet food is defined by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) this way: “The use of the term ‘natural’ on the label is false and misleading if any chemically synthesized ingredients are present in the product.” It goes on to say, “The committee, however, suggested that an exception be made for synthetic vitamin and mineral additives, as long as the product is not used as a dietary supplement.” It is not very clear what is natural, but neither is it clear what is “fresh”. So, when it comes to purchasing anything natural or fresh, let the buyer beware. Read the labels and ask questions. Who makes this brand? Where is it made? Which plant? Has this company ever had a recall? What keeps this food fresh while it is traveling from the manufacturer to the consumer and waiting along the way to be purchased or moved again? Some store chains have very long shelf life requirements, and some products are able to handle those requirements better than others. Do they use more fillers or preservatives, and is that good for our pets? In this new world of big, pet food consumers have to be more attentive and interrogative than ever, because it is important and their pets can’t ask. Rob Freeman is the owner of Northshore Pet Chef, a local company specializing in delivering fresh pet food and healthy pet solutions. For more information, call 847-920-4738, email NorthshorePetChef@gmail.com or visit NorthshorePetChef.com. See ad on page 45.

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Louise Hay on Loving Yourself to Ageless Health by S. Alison Chabonais

renowned leader of the self-help movement from its early days, Louise Hay is celebrated worldwide for teaching—by personal example and through her bestselling book, You Can Heal Your Life—how each of us can transform our mind, body and spirit by changing the way we think. Her positive philosophy has sparked an industry and her Hay House publishing group. Nourishing mind and body, loving life, learning and growing, giving back and moving ahead—these comprise Hay’s program for creating health, happiness and longevity. At 88, she continues to travel for business and pleasure, embracing vital, joy-filled days with a thankful smile. Her new book, Loving Yourself to Great Health, co-authored with Ahlea Khadro and Heather Dane, explains how she’s taking all she knows to the next level.

Why does first applying love and forgiveness to yourself make a happy, healthy and long life possible? Loving yourself is the foundation for living the life you want. A healthy and happy life is rooted in self-love, and forgiveness is an act of self-love. It all comes down to how you think and treat yourself. What we give out we get back, 46

so it all starts with us. Remember, no matter what the problem is, there is only one answer: loving yourself. Start with small steps and be gentle. If you start there, magical things will happen.

How do you manage to engage in a stream of loving affirmations 24/7? Practice, practice, practice! Slowly, bit-by-bit, start each day with a loving act towards yourself. Loving affirmations and worrying about things take up the same amount of time; you still get the same things done along the way, but worrying creates stress, while affirmations will brighten your life. It can be exhausting if you fight the shift and make it difficult. If you make kindness to yourself and others a simple part of everyday life, it isn’t exhausting at all.

What are some key elements to crafting a life experience that supports and nourishes ageless being? Choose thoughts that bring love into your life and laugh a lot. Say yes to life and the magic it brings. I trust that life will bring me exactly what I need, and part of that is realizing that I don’t need to know everything, because life brings me people like Ahlea and Heather. A third of our life

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is spent eating, and it’s essential that we know the best way to do this. Start your day with water and an act of self-love. Eat real food; seasonal, organic, natural foods are a positive affirmation to your body. Poop every day, figuratively and literally. Learn to listen to your body and its wisdom. Choose exercise that you love and that makes you feel good. Also, go on a media diet. Filter out from your consciousness any messages that say you are not good enough or that separate you from the beautiful and lovable person you are. Surround yourself with like-minded people that share good news and love to laugh.

The core belief founding your lifework is that every thought we have is creating our future. Is scientific research now supporting that? When I began teaching people about affirmations, there wasn’t any science to support it, but we knew it worked, and now studies verify that. I particularly love Bruce Lipton’s scientific research showing that we are not controlled by our genes because the genetic blueprint can be altered through positive changes in our beliefs. I hear reports every day of how people are healing their lives by changing their thoughts through cultivating selflove and personal affirmations. They are seeing healing of autoimmune diseases, obesity, addictions, post-traumatic stress and many other so-called incurable illnesses. It’s amazing what happens when you are kind and loving to yourself.

What is your secret to aging gracefully through the years? It’s simple. It’s about getting your thoughts and food right and having fun along the way. If you are thinking positive thoughts but feeding yourself processed, unnatural or sugary foods, you are sending yourself mixed messages. Feed yourself nourishing foods and think loving thoughts. Any time you don’t know what else to do, focus on love. Loving yourself makes you feel good, and good health comes from feeling good. S. Alison Chabonais is the national content editor for Natural Awakenings magazines.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 Owl Prowl – 7-8pm. Great Horned Owls are courting this time of year, and their echoing calls can be heard throughout the forest. Learn about owls with hands-on games and activities indoors, then head outdoors for a night hike to listen for owls calling in the wild. $6. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. 847-433-6901. Registration: pdhp.org.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30 Free 15-Minute Microcurrent Facelift – 10am3pm. See Jan 6 listing. Beautiful Image Co. Facial & Body Sculpting at Lakefront Chiropractic, 630 Vernon Ave, Ste F, Glencoe. For appt: 708-4069234, BeautifulImageCo@gmail.com. BeautifulImageCo.com.

COMING THIS MONTH Don Jose Ruiz’s Toltec Rattlesnake Book Tour – Don Jose Ruiz, New York Times bestselling author of The Fifth Agreement and Ripples of Wisdom, invites everyone to join him for an evening of selfdiscovery and transformation. In his Toltec Rattlesnake Book Tour, he will share personal anecdotes and lessons learned through translating ancient wisdom into practical applications of truth, love and common sense. For tour info: MiguelRuiz.com.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 4 New moon A White Stone Ceremony: I Am Making a New Start – 9am & 11am. Service led by Lynn Barrette, Licensed Unity Teacher, and Greg Barrette, Senior Minister of Unity Northwest. During the ceremony, each person will be given a white stone to signify freedom, then experience a meditation that will lead us into receiving a word or phrase symbolizing a new start for our new year. Free-will offering. Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-297-0997. UnityNorthwest.org. Burning Bowl Service – 10:30-11:45am. During this service you will have the opportunity to release the thoughts and beliefs that no longer serve you to the flame of the burning bowl. Start the year with a clean slate. Free. Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St, Deerfield. 847-337-3866. AbundantLifeUnity.org. Make Your ReSoulutions a Reality – 1:304:30pm. As you begin the New Year, learn how to use acupressure, self-hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming to enhance your motivation to achieve your New Year’s resolutions and create your ideal year. Be Optimal, 1249 N Waukegan Rd, Glenview. To register: 312-488-9599 or Info@DGutzmannMD.com. Yoga Nidra with Savita Jachim – 7-8:30pm. 1st Tues. Deeply restorative guided savasana, or relaxation pose. $10 suggested donation. Inner Balance, 350 Pfingsten, Ste 107, Northbrook. To RSVP join “Inner Balance Meditation”: Meetup.com. More info: InnerBalanceNow.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Hyde Park Art Center’s Oakman Clinton School and Studio Programs Begin – We offer a wide range of programs for youth, teens and adults. The Hyde Park Art Center, 5020 S Cornell Ave, Chicago. For more info: 773-324-5520 or HydeParkArt.org. Moonlit Ski – 6-8pm. Cross-country ski by the light of the full moon. Fee includes ski rental. Will be cancelled in the event of poor snow conditions. No pre-registration required. $13/adult, $8/child. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. 847-433-6901. pdhp.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 Free 15-Minute Microcurrent Facelift – 10am3pm. Experience firsthand how this gentle, nonsurgical, all-natural, time-tested, non-invasive, affordable, effective, FDA-approved Cosmetic Microcurrent treatment can benefit your life, renewing your mind, body, tissues, cells, skin and countenance to help you look and feel 10-20 years younger in 10 short sessions with no negative side effects. Beautiful Image Co. Facial & Body Sculpting at Lakefront Chiropractic, 630 Vernon Ave, Ste F, Glencoe. For appt: 708-406-9234, BeautifulImageCo@gmail.com. BeautifulImageCo.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 Christmas (Eastern Russian Orthodox) Women’s Networking Group – 11:30am-1pm. 1st Wed. Offered through the Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce. Buy own lunch. Location varies around Hoffman Estates. Dr.Kristen@TheBalanceDoc.com. HEChamber.com. Go Green Highland Park Meeting – 121:30pm. 1st Wed. All are welcome to attend. If you would like to be involved but are unable to attend the meetings, email us. Madame ZuZu’s, 582 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park. More info: GoGreenHP2014@gmail.com. Are You Tired of Living with Back Pain? – Jan 7 & 21. 7-7:30pm. Is your back pain keeping you from doing the things you love to do? If you answered yes, then this workshop is for you. During this complementary 30-minute workshop you will learn three functional movements that will help stop your back pain. Have faith and take action. Space limited. North Shore Naprapathic Fitness & Wellness, 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste S5, Northbrook. Register: 847-272-3700.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 Free Shiatsu Intro – 7-9:30pm. Learn fundamental techniques and philosophies of Zen Shiatsu, and chat with current students and instructors. Free. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

Cooking Class: Recipes for Your Post-Holidays Detox (Vegan, Gluten-Free) – 9:30-11:30am. Veggie Rolls: a mix of avocado, Indian spices and veggies wrapped in collard green with dipping sauce; Raw Zucchini Soup: a soothing, flavorful detox food; Raw Rice: black rice with avocado, vegetables and Indian spices. $50 includes handouts, Indian spiced tea and tastings of the recipes. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. Registration required: 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com. Unleash Your Authentic Self in 2015 – 10am-4pm. Using the techniques of meditation, visualization, yoga, Higher Brain Living®, healthy eating and self-discovery we will open our hearts and minds, discover what’s holding us back, and learn techniques to take our lives to the next level, creating a wonderful new year. Healthy, gluten-free lunch included. AWAKEN Higher Brain Living® Center Grant Park, 410 S Michigan Ave, Ste 414, Chicago. For details: ManifestNewYou.Eventbrite.com. Chicago IANDS Presents: Eileen Grace – 2-5pm. Deeply inspired by patients she has served for 30 years, Eileen Grace has been instrumental in developing Home Hospice programs and has educated professionals and the community on Compassionate Care of the dying. She has also had two NDEs, studied with many profound spiritual teachers and is a Reiki Master Teacher, Akashic Record Consultant and certified in Past Life Regression. $20 suggested donation. Evanston Hospital, Frank Auditorium, 2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston. 847-251-5758. ChicagoIANDS.org. Community Qigong – 7:45-8:45am. A meditative movement exercise synched with the breath. Class focuses on working through each of the 12 classical meridians and their places within the daily life cycle. It is ideal for most everyone; especially Shiatsu students and enthusiasts. Free. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 Heartbreak Bootcamp – For women that are going through a romantic, professional or personal breakup. 5-wk program addresses both health and healing from a physical and psychological perspective. Includes 2 workouts a week created by the personal trainers of Comfy Fitness, and weekly Saturday seminars curated by the owner of Next Step Counseling. Early bird pricing available. Comfy Fitness Studio, 2115 N Damen, Bucktown. For more info: 773-373-0727, ComfyFitness.com. Register: HeartbreakBootcamp.com. Cooking Class: Recipes for Your Post-Holidays Detox (Vegan, Gluten-Free) – 9:30-11:30am. See Jan 10 listing. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. Registration required: 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com.

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Indoor Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Enjoy a wide range of seasonal, sustainably produced goods from local farmers and vendors. Available items may include winter produce, honey, meat, eggs, baked goods, tea, salsa, sauces, spreads, preserves, yarns, beauty products and more. Temple Judea Mizpah, 8610 Niles Center Rd, Skokie. Info, Callie: 312-733-4640, Callie@FaithInPlace.org. FaithInPlace.org. Reiki 1 Class – 1-6pm. Reiki 1 includes the history, applications and current research on this light touch therapy from Japan. In class, you receive the full level 1 attunement and practice offering Reiki to yourself and others. Take this class so you can offer first-level Reiki to yourself and others. Reiki Healing Energy, 115 N Marion St, Ste 12, Oak Park. To register, Janice Lodato: 708-738-0438. ReikiHealingEnergy.net/Reiki-Class-Descriptions. Restorative Yoga & Sacred Sound – 4-6pm. 2nd Sun. With Marian McNair from Cellular Harmonies. Unwind, relax and restore with the vibrational sounds of the crystal bowls and voice, along with restorative yoga, using props for greater support and release. Feel the deep relaxation throughout your body, allowing your mind and spirit to attune with the healing frequencies at a cellular level. It’s a calming peace that you will want to experience again and again. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. Please register: 847-475-1500 or HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com. CellularHarmonies.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 12 21-Day Fat Loss Challenge Begins – Isn’t it time to take care of you? Give us just 21 days and we’ll help burn the fat off of your body and get you started to tight, toned and terrific safely and naturally, without diets and gimmicks. We are a diet-free zone with no trash head talk or judgment. $127 gets you started, but must sign up by Jan 9. Space limited. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 Free 15-Minute Microcurrent Facelift – 10am3pm. See Jan 6 listing. Beautiful Image Co. Facial & Body Sculpting at Lakefront Chiropractic, 630 Vernon Ave, Ste F, Glencoe. For appt: 708-406-9234, BeautifulImageCo@gmail.com. BeautifulImageCo.com. Beginning Zen Shiatsu on the Massage Table – Tuesdays, Jan 13-Mar 17. 11am-2pm. Learn to give a basic 1-hr shiatsu treatment that you can share with friends and family. Course is a stand-alone offering; also the first 30 hrs of our complete shiatsu certification programs. New in 2015 is this offering for students who wish to learn on a massage table. $450 plus books. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Love Life, Live Lean: Improve Health by Eating Well in 2015 – 7:30-9pm. Give yourself the gift of good health and learn how to make the changes in your routine that satisfy your body’s nutrition needs. This fun and informative presentation includes “Traffic Light” eating, fats, fiber, immune-boosting foods, and reading food labels. A few bonus yummy recipes will also be shared. Free. Mount Prospect Public Library, 10 S Emerson St, Mount Prospect. 847-253-5675. mppl.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14 Nutrition and Detox for the New Year – 7pm. With Lisa Tipton. Break4Health, 1100 Lake St, Ste 100C, Oak Park. 312-909-6343. Break4Health.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15 Beginning Zen Shiatsu – Thursdays, Jan 15-Mar 19. 11am-2pm or 7-10pm. Learn to give a basic 1-hr shiatsu treatment that you can share with friends and family. Course is a stand-alone offering; also the first 30 hrs of our complete shiatsu certification programs. $450 plus books. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Release Hidden Blocks to Harmonious Living – 7pm. With Sheree Nathanson. A free interactive life coaching session for individuals to explore ways to overcome blocks that might be keeping them from experiencing harmony in their life. She will share tools and perspectives to gently guide participants to a place where they are feeling more free and flowing. Madame Zuzu’s Tea House, 582 Roger Williams, Highland Park. 847274-8696. Sheree@LivingInHarmonyNow.com. LivingInHarmonyNow.com. Movies in Nature: Ordinary Extraordinary Junco – 7-9pm. You may not think about the unassuming little black birds that show up at your feeders in the winter, but juncos are amazing creatures. They have been studied by scientists for decades for what they can teach us about evolution and human behavior. Optional discussion about the film follows the viewing. Free. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. 847-433-6901. pdhp.org. Reboot Empowerment: Activate Change in the New Year – Jan 15 & 22. 7-9pm. With Dianne Bischoff James. If you have lost sight of your dreams because life got in the way, now is the perfect time to reboot and create the life you love. This session shares the 14 Rules for Happy Living and combines a wealth of information, dynamic exercises and profound hands-on techniques so you can find your passion and achieve greater joy, peace and prosperity. $45/10 days advance, $55. CEUs available. Infinity Foundation, 1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. Register: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 Resolution Solutions: Make it a Healthy New Year – 9:30-10:30am. Health is the one resolution that helps you keep all the others. Understand the key supplements for vibrant health. Build a robust immune system. Decrease cell damage due to stress and aging. Learn simple strategies to help your family eat more fruits and vegetables. Repeats Jan 29, 7-8pm. With Caryl Desserich, Certified L.E.A.N. Coach. $15. Raydiant Day Center for Raydiant Life Fitness, 1400 Greenleaf St, Evanston. 847-869-6477. Register: RaydiantDay.com. Signs from Our Loved Ones – 7-9pm. An open discussion forum led by bereaved mom Sara Ruble and Deneene Florino. Surviving, let alone thriving, in tumultuous times is no small feat. Programs to help: Who Am I Now?: Coping with Change and Loss In Times of Turmoil. Meet with others on similar paths, share your own insights and learn techniques and strategies to help you move forward. This 3-month series continues on Jan 17, Feb 21, 27 and Mar 7. Edgar Cayce Holistic Center and Bookstore in Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. For cost & more info: 847-299-6535 or HolisticCenterChicago.com.

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Radha and The Bhakti Caravan Kirtan Fundraiser – 7:30pm. Kirtan is a form of joyful music and chanting meditation. No experience necessary. $10/advance; $15/at door. Infinity Foundation, 1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-8828. InfinityFoundation.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 Break4Health Grand Opening Celebration – 9am-1pm. Get free bone density screenings. Their bioDensity and Power Plate equipment helps improve health in as little as 10 minutes once a week. Break4Health, 1100 Lake St, Ste 100C, Oak Park. For appt: 312-909-6343, Break4Health.com. Beekeeping Workshop – 9am-5pm. Learn how to start and manage a colony of honeybees Adults register online with program number 34991. $50. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. 847-433-6901. Registration: pdhp.org. Two Half-Day Workshops: Who Am I Now? & Sole/ Soul Journey – 10am-12pm, Who Am I Now?, with Sara Ruble; 1:30-4:30pm, Sole/Soul Journey, with Sara Ruble and Deneene Florino. Since losing her only son in 1994, Ruble has become a published author, blogger (Death Teaches), and conducts national workshops on grieving. Florino holds degrees in psychology, biology and theology from DePaul University, has worked as a hospice counselor, is a published author and member of the Chicago Area A.R.E. Team, and has conducted international workshops on grief for many years. Continuing 3-month series, (see Jan 16 A.R.E. calendar listing). Edgar Cayce Holistic Center and Bookstore in Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. For cost & more info: 847-299-6535 or HolisticCenterChicago.com. Open House at Raydiant Day – 2-5pm. Join us in all things Raydiant. Refreshments and fun. Prizes and special course coupons. Meet Raydiant Day instructors for upcoming courses and gatherings, including Raydiant Start to a Shinethrough Year, Nia, 5Rhythms, Prime-Time Health, Women Who Care Share, Green Edens and Bright Body Tunings. Free. Raydiant Day Center for Raydiant Life Fitness, 1400 Greenleaf St, Evanston. 847-869-6477. RaydiantDay.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 World Religion Day Moonwater Sound Group – 2-3:30pm. Join Marian McNair from Cellular Harmonies for Vibrational Sound Healing in the Sanctuary with the lovely sounds of crystal bowl and voice. Please bring mat, pillow, blanket and friends to this joyous event. Pre-registration not required. $20. Union Church of Lake Bluff, 525 Prospect, Lake Bluff. uclb.org. CellularHarmonies.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 6th Annual Day of Service & Celebration – 10am2pm. Multi-generational community events will honor Dr. Martin Luther King’s life. Recreation Center of Highland Park 1207 Park Ave West. AllForGood.org. All About Sugar – 7-8pm. Join Jerry Gore, MD, and Katie Bogaard, ND, for a discussion about sugar. We will discuss: what is sugar; good versus bad sugars; simple versus complex; glycemic index; pre-diabetes; inflammation; and healthy sources of sweeteners. Free. Center for Holistic Medicine, 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/Deerfield. For more info & to RSVP: 847-236-1701. Holistic-Medicine.com.

Raydiant Start to a Shinethrough Year – Mondays, Jan 19-Feb 9. 7-9pm. Tap the power, energy, and intelligence of your Raydiant Self. Empower your heart’s vision using Raydiant Pathways, a [r] evolutionary new technology for higher-directed living. Establish greater joy, connection, effectiveness, and ease as your new way of being. Course includes 1 month Raydiant Pathways access and one privately facilitated pathway. Led by Peter Kime, creator of Raydiant Pathways. $160, $140 before Jan 12. Raydiant Day Center for Raydiant Life Fitness, 1400 Greenleaf St, Evanston. 847-869-6477. Register: RaydiantDay.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 Disgo:nah (Long Night Moon) Free 15-Minute Microcurrent Facelift – 10am3pm. See Jan 6 listing. Beautiful Image Co. Facial & Body Sculpting at Lakefront Chiropractic, 630 Vernon Ave, Ste F, Glencoe. For appt: 708-4069234, BeautifulImageCo@gmail.com. BeautifulImageCo.com. 3rd Tuesday Meditation – 7pm. Join a community of peace seekers. Open to drop-ins of all levels, this guided 90-min meditation by psychotherapist & yogi Ellen (Radha) Katz and her colleagues. Inner Balance, 350 Pfingsten, Ste 107, Northbrook. To RSVP join “Inner Balance Meditation”: Meetup. com. More info: InnerBalanceNow.com. The (Bald) Eagle Has Landed in Illinois – 7pm. Last winter Illinois hosted the 2nd largest wintering population of Bald Eagles after Alaska. U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s Louise Clemency will discuss the reasons, the specie’s life history and comeback from the DDT debacle, and current management strategies to protect our national bird. Free. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. For more info & complete schedule, Rena Cohen: 847831-0331. LakeCookAudubon.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Wellness Wednesday Institute – 6:45-8pm. 3rd Wed. Class explores the 5 brain wave frequencies, how they affect the body, mind and spirit, and various vibration meditations to bring you back into equilibrium. Explore, awaken and journey toward a healthier life and environment. Learn how to manifest an abundant, boundless life of love, peace and happiness by shifting your frequency. $25. Awaken Your Spirit & Embrace Your Journey, 319b Harrison St, Oak Park. To register: 312-720-2638, eyjonharrison@gmail.com. AwakenYourSpirit.webs.com. Are You Tired of Living with Back Pain? – 7-7:30pm. See Jan 7 listing. North Shore Naprapathic Fitness & Wellness, 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste S5, Northbrook. Register: 847-272-3700. Breathing into Peace – 7-9pm. With Leslie Sann. Discover something great and even miraculous in your life. Breathwork is an active meditation that clears fears, blocked emotions and tension allowing for deep relaxation, rejuvenation and the opening of the heart. Come prepared to reboot, clarify and become more alert and present. $30. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 Zero Balancing I – 9am-4pm. With Sheila McCarthy-Daskovsky & Diane Tader. Zero Balancing is a body-mind therapy that uses skilled touch to balance the relationship between body energy and structure to amplify wellness. Learn to work with both structure and energy consciously and simultaneously to identify and touch the energy movement in bone and joints. $595. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com. Awaken Your Potential Through the Power of Your Higher Brain – 7-8:30pm. Learn about a revolutionary method for activating the most evolved part of your brain to create the life for which you’ve longed. Witness a live demonstration of this gentle touch technique that allows you to experience states of extreme well being. To register & for more info: 312-488-9599 or Info@DGutzmannMD.com. Bright Body Tuning: Brighten Your Resolve – 7-9pm. Bring your most important New Year’s resolution and vitalize your energy intelligence centers for keeping it. Experience greater intelligence, motivation and joy for staying on track. Grow in confidence and effectiveness. Take home your own custom energy synchronizing tool. Led by Peter Kime, creator of Raydiant Pathways. $28, $23/ pre-registration. Raydiant Day Center for Raydiant Life Fitness, 1400 Greenleaf St, Evanston. 847-8696477. Register: RaydiantDay.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 Chinese New Year Celebration – 6pm. Learn how to energize 2015 as we enter into the Year of the Wood Sheep. Full dinner along with class. $35. Yu’s Restaurant, 665 Pasquinelli Dr, Westmont. To register & more info, Laurie Pawli: 630-279-8870. CreateTheFeeling.com. Highland Health Foods Sale – Jan 23-25. Save 20%-50% off MRSP. Free snacks and drinks. Vendor demos. Highland Health Foods, 149 Skokie Valley Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-0460.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Eagle Extravaganza – 8am-6:30pm. Travel with Heller Nature Center to Starved Rock State Park for the Illinois Audubon Society’s annual Eagle Watch Weekend. See live bird shows, view wild eagles fishing along the river, make crafts and participate in hands-on activities. Ages 6-adult register online with program 34856. $18. Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd, Highland Park. 847-433-6901. Registration: pdhp.org. Indoor Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Enjoy a wide range of seasonal, sustainably produced goods from local farmers and vendors. Available items may include winter produce, honey, meat, eggs, baked goods, tea, salsa, sauces, spreads, preserves, yarns, beauty products and more. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 205 N Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Info, Callie: 312-733-4640, Callie@FaithInPlace.org. FaithInPlace.org.

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Cooking Class: Recipes for Your Post-Holidays Detox (Vegan, Gluten-Free) – 9:30-11:30am. See Jan 10 listing. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. Registration required: 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 Cooking Class: Recipes for Your Post-Holidays Detox (Vegan, Gluten-Free) – 9:30-11:30am. See Jan 10 listing. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. Registration required: 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com. ORT Party Planning Showcase – 10:30am3:30pm. Plan your party in one day, from one location. Featuring close to 100 party planning professionals: photographers, videographers, DJs, venues, confectioners, party planners, caterers, invitations, bridal services, decorations, party accessories, entertainment. Free admission & parking. Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, 10 Marriott Dr, Lincolnshire. 847291-0475. ORTchicago.org. Tapping Into the New Year with Soul Visioning™ Workshop – 11:30am-2:30pm. Susan Wisehart will help you go beyond the usual New Year’s resolutions. Learn the basics of the 7 step Soul Visioning process where you will envision your ideal future in your work, finances, health, relationships and spirituality. Take a group guided journey to meet your ideal Self .Learn a simple technique for clearing the unconscious barriers, patterns and beliefs that hold you back. Susan is in private practice in Des Plaines and Mundelein. $42 by Jan 20; $49 after. Yin Yang Pilates, 111 S Rand Rd, Lake Zurich. Register: 847719-1800, YinYangPilates.com. Individual sessions: 847-438-7878, SusanWisehart.com. Zumba Master Class – 1-2:30pm. Can’t get enough Zumba? Join Zin Jammer Lisa Danhouser and Zin instructors Aliza Mor and Wanda Taylor for 90 mins of non-stop Zumba fun and laughs. Tash Fitness, 8816 N Bronx Ave, Skokie. To register: 847-379-5777. TashFitness.com.

savethedate FUNtastic Family Fair – 1-4pm. With Infinity Foundation. Don’t miss this exciting health and wellness fair for kids and parents featuring more than 50 interactive health, fitness, arts, expression and creative exhibitors and activities. A fun opportunity for parents and children to learn more about wellness products and services along with free screenings and samples. $5/person & kids under 4 free. Highland Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave, West Highland Park. Register: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org. Reiki Clinic – 3-5pm. Receive a mini-session (20 min) of Reiki from multiple practitioners. Experience deep relaxation, decreased anxiety, greater clarity and improved sleep. Each session is individualized to your needs and accelerates healing on all levels. $10. Reiki Healing Energy, 115 N Marion St, Ste 12, Oak Park. To schedule time slot, Janice Lodato: 708-738-0438. ReikiHealingEnergy. net/Reiki-Clinic.

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Wild Things 2015 Conference – 8am-5pm. Conference brings together the region’s best experts, professionals, dedicated volunteers, and all those who care about nature. It showcases Chicago area places from backyards to refuges. More than 90 concurrent large and small group sessions. $30 before Jan 6. Deadline for registration, Jan 19. University of Illinois at Chicago, Student Center East. For more info, Megy Karydes: 312-560-2715 or Megy@KarydesConsulting.com. HabitatProject.org/WildThings2015.

Indoor Farmers’ Market – 9:30am-2pm. Enjoy a wide range of seasonal, sustainably produced goods from local farmers and vendors. Available items may include winter produce, honey, meat, eggs, baked goods, tea, salsa, sauces, spreads, preserves, yarns, beauty products and more. Temple Sholom/ Broadway United Methodist Church, 3480 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago. Info, Callie: 312-733-4640, Callie@FaithInPlace.org. FaithInPlace.org.

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Indoor Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Enjoy a wide range of seasonal, sustainably produced goods from local farmers and vendors. Available items may include winter produce, honey, meat, eggs, baked goods, tea, salsa, sauces, spreads, preserves, yarns, beauty products and more. Glenview New Church, 74 Park Dr, Glenview. Info, Callie: 312-733-4640, Callie@FaithInPlace.org. FaithInPlace.org.

Reiki 2 Class – 1-6pm. Learn 3 powerful healing symbols (empowerment, mental/emotional and distance). These highly effective symbols support healing, calmness and clarity for yourself and others. In Reiki 2 class, learn the application of these symbols and practice using them. Pre-requisite: Reiki 1. Reiki Healing Energy, 115 N Marion St, Ste 12, Oak Park. To register, Janice Lodato: 708-738-0438. ReikiHealingEnergy.net/Reiki-Class-Descriptions.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Free 15-Minute Microcurrent Facelift – 10am3pm. See Jan 6 listing. Beautiful Image Co. Facial & Body Sculpting at Lakefront Chiropractic, 630 Vernon Ave, Ste F, Glencoe. For appt: 708-4069234, BeautifulImageCo@gmail.com. BeautifulImageCo.com. Green Community Connections’ ProAction Café – 6-9pm. A series of conversations about building resilient community. An opportunity to build collective intelligence as we think together about the challenges and opportunities we face, and be part of a process that moves us from idea, question or challenge toward creative action. Oak Park Main Library, 834 Lake St. For info or to RSVP, Sally Stovall: 773-315-1109, SallyStovall@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28 Be-the-Dentist – 1-3pm. With Marianne W. Schaefer, DDS, & Related Associates. Learn how a dental office provides care. Work with materials hands-on and learn what to look for in a good practitioner. Space limited. $10 for materials. 4801 W Peterson Ave, Chicago. Register by Jan 21: 773-777-8300. The-ToothFairy.com. Healthy Transformations with Dr. Kristen – 5:306:30pm. Free event to discuss a lifestyle change program that results in dramatic weight loss and prescription reduction, in a healthy, safe way. Tips to promote weight loss, meal sampling and more. 2500 W Higgins Rd, Ste 420, Hoffman Estates. RSVP required: 847-310-0303 or Dr.Kristen@ TheBalanceDoc.com. Simplifying and Slowing Time: Reconciliation with and Increasingly Scary World – 7:30-9:30pm. A talk and discussion with psychotherapist Ellen Katz, MS, LMFT, on how to apply mindfulness practices to the very real and disturbing circumstances we are faced with in today’s world. $15. Common Ground, 815 Rosemary Terrace, Deerfield. For preregistration: cg.org.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29 2015 Year of the Wood Sheep Lecture – 6:307:30pm. Feng shui consultant Laurie Pawli explains how to bring the benefits of the year’s positive aspects to your door step. She will review how to welcome the Gods of wealth into your home for the year, give tips on relationships, creativity and moving forward for a fulfilling year ahead. $18. Equilibrium, 47 W Polk (at Dearborn), Chicago. Register: 312-786-1882. Laurie Pawli: 630-279-8870. CreateTheFeeling.com. Resolution Solutions: Make it a Healthy New Year – 7-9pm. See Jan 16 listing. Raydiant Day Center for Raydiant Life Fitness, 1400 Greenleaf St, Evanston. 847-869-6477. Register: RaydiantDay.com.

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Soultending: An Experiential Series for Women – 9:30am-12:30pm. With Dr. Keren Vishny. 6 Wednesdays beginning Feb 11. This series is for women wishing to take time out from the busyness of modern life to nourish body and soul. In an atmosphere of curiosity and respect, participants will utilize body-based meditation, imagery, journaling and simple art forms as vehicles to connect to inner experience and to each other. $180. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com.

Good Food Festival & Conference – Mar 19-21. 9am-5:30pm, Thurs; 8:30am7:30pm, Fri; 10am-5pm, Sat. Greet spring, and celebrate the region’s growing local food community! The Good Food Festival & Conference invites you to be inspired, learn, meet local farmers and artisans, and enjoy delicious food and drink, of course! Saturday Festival: $10/ advance, $15/at door; additional workshop & trade days range from $45-$220/advance. UIC Forum, 725 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago. More info: GoodFoodFestivals.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Gallery Style Readings with Intuitive Medium Susan Reich – 7-9pm. Our loved ones continue to be connected to us. During this appearance we will join in a brief meditation to help calm and center. Susan will bring messages from your loved ones. Due to the size of the audience, not everyone is guaranteed a reading. $25. Zero Balancing Wellness Center, 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette. 847-920-9292. ZBWellness.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 The Psoas and Low Back Pain – 9am-6pm. Relieve tension and pain gently, without causing pain. Class is open to all. LMTs get CEs. The Sun Center, Healing for Body-Mind-Heart-Spirit, 1818 N Wells St, 3rd Fl, Chicago. 312-280-1070. WholisticLifeCenter.com. 2015 Body Mind Spirit Expo – Feb 28 & Mar 1. 10am-7pm, Sat; 11am-6pm, Sun. The expo brings to life a positive, healing environment. Includes presentations, more than 100 exhibitors and live entertainment. $12 weekend admission; free parking. Midwest Conference Center, 401 W Lake St, Northlake. For more info: 541-482-3722 x 1 or 2. bmse.net.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Localicious – 7-9:30pm. Localicious is one of Chicago’s premier tasting events! Meet the chefs and sample a bounty from some of the area’s best restaurants and craft beverage makers, at this annual celebration of local food. $80/advance, $95/at door. UIC Forum, 725 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago. More info: GoodFoodFestivals.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Writer’s Workshop – Mar 21-22. 9am-5pm. A weekend for writers with Mike Dooley, Reid Tracy and Nancy Levin. Are you a writer with a great book idea with a strong desire to be published? Do you just need the insider scoop on how to perfect and publish your book? This is the workshop for you! $450 by Feb 24; $550 thereafter. Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 9301 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Rosemont. Rosemont.com/desconvention. HayHouse.com.

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ongoingevents Daily All Month All Now Foods Supplements in January 20% Off – Highland Health Foods, 149 Skokie Valley Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-0460.

Free Haircut with an All-Over Color – Get an all-over color for $85 and receive a free haircut valued at $60. Upstairs Hair Affair, 5901 Dempster St, Ste 203, Morton Grove. 847-737-5315. UpstairsHairAffair.com.

50% Off First Appointment with Lana – Thru Jan. Acupuncture is the gentle insertion of tiny thread-like needles in specific points new the surface of the body. Helps restore the normal balance and flow of energy allowing organs and bodily systems to work together in harmony as intended. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com.

Free Paraffin Treatment for Hands & Feet – Thru Jan. With the purchase of a luxurious pedicure and manicure, receive a free paraffin treatment for your hands and feet. The paraffin treatment removes dead skin cells, leaving the skin feeling soft and silky. Perfect for the winter to heal dry and cracked skin. Antalee also uses all-natural nail polish by Zoya. Antalee Wellness Center & Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com.

$65 Candida Check Up with Dr. Arutcheva – Thru Jan. If you have ever taken anti-biotics, birth control, steroids and consume processed foods (especially high in sugar), than you may have candida. Dr. Arutcheva offers diagnostic tests that can reveal candida overgrowth and guide you through special program to control the grown of candida and maintain a healthy living. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com.

Kundalini Yoga from Science to Faith – Focus of this weekly group is the use of kundalini yoga, yantra yoga, sound, light, breath, forgiveness and advanced yogic to practices to liberate our flow of energy so that we can flow once again with life. Soma Arts, 5215 N Ravenswood, Ste 307, Chicago. 773-236-7662. SomaArts1.com.

$65 Iridology – Thru Jan. The visible aspects of the iris are unique to the individual. Iris analysis can uncover both, hereditary predispositions to degenerative conditions, and health changes that develop over time. The iris marks become noticeable decades before symptoms occur or diagnostic testing may reveal. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com. $75 Organic Facial + Free Hand Treatment – Thru Jan. Customized facial offers deep exfoliation, hydration and extractions, using all-natural and organic ingredients. Products used specific to each individual’s skin type. Hand treatment helps hands to be soft and moisturized for the winter. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com. Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture – Thru Jan. Helps increase blood and lymph circulation. Hand needles are inserted into dermis layer of skin which causes micro trauma, resulting in collagen and elastin production. Expect lifting of skin, improving fine lines and wrinkles, decreased dark circles and improved skin tone. $39. CLCW Park Chiropractic Clinic, 321 W Prospect Ave, Mt. Prospect. To schedule: 847-253-7600, Chiropractor2Wellness.com. Daily Silent Sitting Meditation – 6-7:30am. This is a time that we are taking to consciously be with the energy, the breath the silence, the now. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Earn A Bioregional Herbalism Certificate in 8 Weekends in 2015 From The Resiliency Institute – Certification held from Mar 4-Oct 18, 10am-5pm. Linda Conroy, 20-year herbalist and owner of Moonwise Herbs, will teach students how to incorporate herbs into their daily life and develop the skills to use herbs for common ailments and injuries. Plant walks and hands-on projects each weekend. The Resiliency Institute, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville. To register: TheResiliencyInstitute.net.

Mind, Body Fitness Classes – Pilates, yoga, dance, Aerial Hammock, Reformer and more. $10$35. Pilates Plus, 654 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg. 847-923-1201. More info: PilatesMindBody.com. Mingle Juice Bar Crowdfunding Campaign – Thru Feb. Help Mingle Juice Bar fund business expansion to bring you more healthy foods, including an amazing new juicer to pump out even more nutrition-packed juice. See crowdfunding campaign at Fundable.com/Mingle-Juice-Bar for great rewards. 1830 Tower Dr, Glenview. 847-834-0659. MingleJuiceBar.com. Organic Keratin Smoothing Treatment Special – $100 off on an organic keratin smoothing treatment. Upstairs Hair Affair, 5901 Dempster St, Ste 203, Morton Grove. 847-737-5315. UpstairsHairAffair.com. Waist Buster Treatment Special – Thru Jan. North Shore Health Solutions offering laser lipo for all adults over 18 years old for $125 ($500 value). No pain, no surgery and no drugs involved with this method. 1446 Techny Rd, Northbrook. For appt: 847-715-9060. NorthShoreHealthSolutions.com.

Sunday Hiking Meditation – All day. 1st Sun. Just walking, breathing, listening, sensing, being present. Nature brings us in deep contact with our natural state of joy and harmony. $65; $75 includes 3 meals. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. The Mike Nowak Show – 9-11am. Weekly local radio program with topics that run the horticultural and environmental gamut: urban farming, plant and animal biodiversity, cleaning up our rivers, protecting our forest preserves, organic lawn care, recycling, energy audits and more. Mike will make you laugh while he makes you think. On WCPTAM 820, WCPT-FM 92.7 (North), WCPY-FM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). Call-in:

773-763-9278. MikeNowak.net.

Feminine Divine Support Group – 10-11:30am. Through study & ritual we learn the impact of the Divine Feminine and how much her wisdom, healing

is needed. Through supporting and sharing our intuitive wisdom, authentic greatness, healing powers, we manifest beauty, harmony. Join our support group honoring the Sacred Feminine; become the Feminine Divine. Women’s Wisdom, The Dance Building, 1330 Webford, Des Plaines. 847-258-7225. Abundant Life Spiritual Center Sunday Service – 10:30-11:45am. An uplifting Sunday celebration service with an inspiring spiritual message that directly applies to your life now. Pop/rock/indie music provided by The Grateful Living. Free. Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St, Deerfield. 847-337-3866. AbundantLifeUnity.org. Out Chicago Radio Program – 11am-1pm. The only local and live LGBT radio show in the Chicago Metro Area. Out Chicago is an outstanding new show about LGBT life, current events and civil rights hosted by Scott Duff, a Chicago-based actor, comedian, theatre educator and activist. A graduate of Northwestern University, he is a founding member of About Face Theatre. On WCPT-AM 820, WCPTFM 92.7 (North), WCPY-FM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). Call-in: 773-763-WCPT. ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. Online Live Streaming with Mystic Bhashkar Perinchery – 11:30am-1pm. Held 2nd Sunday. This interactive online conference with Bhashkar Perinchery offers an atmosphere for deeper awareness and insight. An opportunity for anyone on the inner search to listen, meditate and ask questions to a mystic. Free. More info & streaming: Lifesurfing.org. Noon Meditations – 12pm. Take time to regenerate yourself. Make time for meditation, quiet reflection and an inspirational message of wisdom from Sri Goswami Kriyananda and the Temple swamis. Donation. The Temple of Kriya Yoga, 2414 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago. 773-342-4600. YogaKriya.org. Open-Level Hatha Yoga – 12-1:15pm. With Charlotte Hammond. Start your week right with a gift to yourself. Open-level Hatha at a true urban lotus with an experienced teacher. Plenty of parking. Ring buzzer for access. $10, cash only. Urban Lotus Yoga, 2950 W Chicago Ave, Ste 201, Chicago. 312-547-9247. UrbanLotusChicago.com. Community Yoga Nidra – 3:30-5pm. 3rd Sun. With Savita (Laura Jachim). A guided meditation technique that renews the physical body and releases the mind to unconscious obstacles and energetic blocks. Be Optimal, 1249 Waukegan Rd, Glenview. 847-477-3069. Awakening-Wellness.com.

Monday Gentle Yoga – 10-11am. Be introduced to yoga, a relaxing, gentle class. First class free; $12. Keep The Beat Wellness, 333 Skokie Blvd, Ste 106, Northbrook. 847-559-1992. KeepTheBeatWellness.com. Gluten-Free Monday – 10am-7pm. All gluten-free grocery items 10% off all-day long. Free. Earthly Goods Health Foods, 6951 Grand Ave, Gurnee. 847-855-9677. Nia: Holistic Dance Fitness – 11-11:55am. Mon, Wed, Fri. Whether your goal is a gentle workout or joyful cardio, dance the five sensations of fitness and enjoy your body’s way. Led by Aliess Kime, Nia White Belt Teacher. First class free; $11/drop-in. Raydiant Day Center for Raydiant Life Fitness, 1400 Greenleaf St, Evanston. 847-869-6477. Register: RaydiantDay.com.

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markyourcalendar Footbath Detox Mondays – 11am-6pm. Sluggishness, fatigue, low energy and poor sleep? A 30-min ionic footbath stimulates cells to release toxins and rebalance the cellular system that is responsible for overall health. The process continues after the toxins are dislodged during treatment, allowing your entire body to function optimally. Save $10. Nutritional Health Solutions, 480 Elm Pl, Ste 108, Highland Park. 847-2072034. DigestiveHealthSolutions.com.

Yin/Yang Yoga – 7:30-8:30pm. Promotes flexibility and healing, develops the flow of energy in your body and enlivens your innate ability to move with fluidity, power and grace. Master Paulie Zink style. $12-$17. Chicago Yoga Center, 3047 N Lincoln Ave, Unit 320, Chicago. 773-327-3650.

Acupuncture – 3:30-6:30pm. Held Mon, Wed & Sat. Detox, heal, rejuvenate, relieve stress or work on any issue you have in the comfort of a healing, beautiful, eco-friendly space designed to help your journey. $15 each session. Other services: cupping, $10; detox sauna sessions, $15; traction massage beds, $15; Salt relaxation room, $15. So Well, 4819 Main St, Skokie. For an appt: 847-676-5571. SolayWellness.com.

Tai Chi Class – 8:15pm. Also Sat, 9am. Reduce stress; increase flexibility and balance; improve muscle strength and definition; increase energy; stamina and agility. Wear flat-soled shoes and loose fitting clothes. $10/class. Whole Health Acupuncture, 50 Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village. 847-357-3929. WholeHealthPrograms.com.

Let’s Get Healthy Today – 6:30-8pm. Are you tired of being tired, confused about what to eat, why your body is sick, how to fix it and why diets have failed for you? You’re not alone. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 224-622-7991. Inside-Inspire.com.

Morning Yoga Class – 9:30am. Also Sat. With Svetlana Stillman. A great way to start your day. House of Ayurveda, 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste C6, Northbrook. 224-723-5797.

Yang Style Tai Chi – 7:15-8:15pm. Yang Style Tai Chi lessons, Qigong and Standing Meditation introduce students to the practice of health and enlightenment through ancient mind-body-spirit disciplines. $120/10 wks, $15/drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org.

Tuesday Shiatsu for Women – 10am-7pm. Shiatsu massage keeps you in balance; helps you handle life; lets you move forward with calm, confidence, and helps you manage your pain. Clothed. Meaningful. Unique to you. Sliding scale $50-$200. InSpire Massage, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-245-9673. InspireMassage.com. Kid’s Yin Yang Yoga and Tai Chi – 5:30pm. With Debra LaMantia and Paulie Zink. For kids 8 & up. A combo class of yin yang yoga and tai chi. $12/ class, $50/package of 5. Stirling Tai Chi Society, 1123 N Ashland Ave, Chicago. 847-337-9124. StirlingTaiChi.com. Shiatsu Student Clinic – 7 or 8pm. Also Fri, 11am or 12pm. At our popular Advanced Student Clinic, clients can receive a 45-min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. Live shakuhachi and singing bowl music is provided by Jia Senghe. $35/45-min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Community Yoga Nidra – 7-8:30pm. 1st Tues. With Savita (Laura Jachim). A guided meditation technique that renews the physical body and releases the mind to unconscious obstacles and energetic blocks. Inner Balance, 350 Pfingsten, Ste 107, Northbrook. 847-477-3069. Awakening-Wellness.com.

Wednesday Happy Hour Free Acupuncture – 11am-1pm. Initial evaluation and treatment for instant pain relief or any health concerns. The most natural medical approach in the universe: no drugs, just your body’s ability to heal itself. Free. Deerfield Community Acupuncture, 405 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 211, Deerfield. 847-845-4090. DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com. Guided Meditation – 12:45-2pm. Relax and experience the stress-relieving benefits of meditation led by Dr. Om Johari. Free. Palatine Public Library District, 700 N North Court, Palatine. Registration required: 847-358-5881. PalatineLibrary.org. Effortless Mediation – 7pm. Cluttered mind? Don’t think you can meditate? Even just being in the salt room will help you relax. Breathe, sit quietly, guided visualization, stretch. This kind of meditation allows you to just be, without any trying to meditate. Based on Buddhism. Donations accepted. So Well, 4819 Main St, Skokie. 847-676-5571. SolayWellness.com. Become a Hands-On Healer – 7-9pm. Is your every breath alive with possibility? Do you want to inspire peace when you walk into a room? Find your tribe, strengthen your intuition, heal your past. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-245-9673. Inside-Inspire.com.

Thursday Acupuncture Services – Begins Jan 8. 9am-1pm. With Dr. Aleksey Polyakov, DC. An initial consult is $100 and each visit thereafter is $85. A package of 5 acupuncture treatments is $400 ($25 savings) or 10 for $750 ($100 savings). Jen Z’s Beauty Services, 2665 Waukegan Ave, lower level, Highland Park. 847-433-8401. JenZsBeautyServicesInc.com. Free 15-Minute Acupuncture Consultation with AcuGraph – 1-7pm. Online schedule every Thursday per appointment only and online schedule only. Bridge to Health Acupuncture Clinic, 4751 W Touhy, Ste 304, Lincolnwood. Info: 773-956-0002. To schedule: BridgeToHealthAcupuncture.com.

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Happy Hour Free Acupuncture – 3-5pm. Initial evaluation and treatment for instant pain relief or any other health concerns. The most natural medical approach in the universe: no drugs, just your body’s ability to heal itself. Free. Deerfield Community Acupuncture, 405 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 211, Deerfield. 847-845-4090. DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com. Feldenkrais: Awareness through Movement – 5-6pm. The Feldenkrais Method uses a practice of body awareness as a means to attain a higher degree of freedom in our lives. $100/10-classes pre-paid, $12/ drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Women Professional Healers Support Group – 6-8pm. When you help others heal, you need people to help you maintain balance. Be understood, be heard, be helped. A Talking Circle-style support group for those of us who care. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-245-9673. Inside-Inspire.com. Meditation Introduction – 6:15-7:15pm. This class is an introduction to playful meditative exercises and an opportunity for you to ask questions that arise. Free. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Meditation Thursdays at the Center, Rosley’s Rocks and Gems – 6:30-7:30pm. Join us for our weekly night of centering. Meditation guided then silent; all levels welcome, and all questions welcome. Free. 4344 N Western Ave, Chicago. 773-564-7200. CrystalMaster.com.

Friday Massage Therapy and Acupuncture – Fri & Sat. Be Optimal, 1249 Waukegan Rd, Glenview. To schedule an appt: 847-486-8000. BeOptimal.com. Shiatsu Student Clinic – 11am or 12pm. See Tues listing. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org. Mindfulness Class – 12:15-1:15pm. Each class will consist of guided mindfulness exercises such as sitting and walking. No previous experience necessary; class also supports those who are experienced practitioners. An open practice so can come and go as need to. With Eric Lieb, Certified Mindfulness Trainer. $10/pre-register, $12/drop-in. Center for Holistic Medicine, 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/ Deerfield. For more info & to RSVP: 847-236-1701. Holistic-Medicine.com. Gluten-Free, Vegan, Raw Pizza Nights at Arya Bhavan – 6-9pm. Buffet-style choices of gluten-free, vegan and raw pizza. From mild to spicy, each with its own twist. No GMO, no MSG. Dine-in, takeout or delivery. $20 + tax (delivery charges are extra). Price includes all-you-can-eat pizza, a few buffet items, 1 “Daily Special” drink and 1 gluten-free, nuts-free, soy-free vegan ice cream. All other menu items available at regular listed price. Arya Bhavan, 2508 W Devon, Chicago. 773-274-5800. AryaBhavan.com. Loving Kindness Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Free group guided meditation for peace and relaxation. We have been providing this free community event in Evanston for over 14 years. Drop-ins welcome as no registration is required and all of the supplies are provided. 2153 Ashland Ave, Ste 3, Evanston. 847-866-0505. MSI-Healing.com.

Saturday Mighty House Radio Program – 8-11am. Funny, friendly experts with answers and ideas to help with all of your home improvement projects. Join Ron Cowgill, Robbie Ehrhardt, Rich Cowgill and the Mighty House team each Saturday morning to get help with all your home improvement and repair issues. On WCPT-AM 820, WCPTFM 92.7 (North), WCPY-FM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). Call-in: 773-763-WCPT. ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. MightHouse.net. Tai Chi Class – 9am. See Tuesday listing. Whole Health Acupuncture, 50 Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village. 847-357-3929. WholeHealthPrograms.com. Core Vinyasa Yoga – 9-10:30am. A deep movement flow class that pauses to deconstruct poses releasing stress, and mental and emotional patterns. $60/5-classes in 8 wks, $16/drop-in. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago. 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Ecology Center Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru Apr 25. 9am-1pm. Ecology Center at the Ladd Arboretum, 2024 N McCormick Blvd, Evanston. Info, Diane Khouri Joseph: Info@Sheekardelights.com. Indoor Farmers’ Market – 9am-1pm. Year round. Heritage Prairie Farm, 2N308 Brundige Rd, Elburn. 630-443-5989. HeritagePrairieFarm.com. Northshore Pet Chef at Ecology Indoor Farmers’ Market – Thru Apr 25. 9am-1pm. Come visit us. Ecology Center at the Ladd Arboretum, 2024 N McCormick Blvd, Evanston. More info: NorthshorePetChef@gmail.com. Morning Yoga Class – 9:30am. Also Wed. With Svetlana Stillman. A great way to start your day. House of Ayurveda, 3330 Dundee Rd, Ste C6, Northbrook. 224-723-5797. Free Chats on Kunlun® System – 3pm. Discover more about a powerful and transformative system of practices to awaken one’s potential and connection with the root. Chats are casual allowing for question and answer regarding this system. Free. Pure Juice Café, 24 S Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights. EvolvingStarSpirit.com. Vet Talk Radio Program – 6-7pm. Program hosted by U.S. Marine Corps Vet Antonio Correa and Fred Newson of the U.S. Navy. Both men have lived the life of a military man, and now they are working to give a voice to the veterans. Gain a new perspective on the issues facing veterans today. On WCPT-AM 820, WCPT-FM 92.7 (North), WCPYFM 92.5 (West), and WCPQ-FM 99.9 (South). ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. Songwriters Inspiration Circle – 6:30-9pm. Need to break out of your routine? A fresh, exciting jam concert for songwriters and audiences. Stop watching TV and live your life. Three new songwriters every time. All ages. $10 suggested donation. INSIDE, 1241 N Green St, McHenry. 815-575-7997. Inside-Inspire.com. Independent & Documentary Films – 7pm. Meet other local Indie & documentary film fans, discuss & recommend movies to one another. Watch films/ movies that raise ethical & other important topics. Inner Metamorphosis University, 1418 W Howard St, Chicago 773-262-1468. Lifesurfing.org. Register: www.CIDFIlms.com

classifieds AKASHIC CONSULTATION AKASHIC RECORD READING – Open the record of your soul’s journey to find information to support you in your life right now, heal your past and help you into your future. Heal. Grow. Investigate. Find direction. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034. AstrologicalDetails.com.

SUB-LEASE – We have an opening for a healthcare practitioner in our multi-provider modern wellness office! We’re located in the NW suburbs just off of I-90 & Barrington Rd. Please contact us if we’ve reached you at an opportune time. Email Dr.Kristen@TheBalanceDoc.com and we’ll send you details and photos!

PRODUCTS ASTROLOGY ASTROLOGY – Understand yourself, your motivations, your feelings. Recognize your talents, strengths, successes. Overcome difficulties and confusion. Astrology can help pull it all together. Relationships. Career. Plan the future. Serious astrology for serious seekers. Private, personal consultations. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034. AstrologicalDetails.com.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES LET MARTINIQUE MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE – Martinique banquets provide this time-unique location in Chicago for wedding ceremony/reception, event, party, 16th and 50th birthday parties and any other big celebration. If you are looking affordable Banquet Halls, Cotillion Banquets Wedding Venues in Chicago. Call now: 708-424-1776.

MISCELLANEOUS DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND – Free 3-day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of. 800-301-8058.

office space available NAPERVILLE OFFICES – North Naperville, 2 offices for sublease monthly, daily or hourly. 240 sq ft and 156 sq ft. Great parking, windows, new carpet and paint. 630-428-9001.

SAFE STEP WALK-IN TUB – Alert for seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic jets. Less than 4-inch step-in. Wide door. Anti-slip floors. American made. Installation included. Call 800-690-2268 for $750 Off.

real estate Vegetarian/Vegan Realtor IN Western Suburbs – My company’s motto is “The Standard of Excellence.” My goal is to fulfill that standard with every client with whom I work. I would love to hear from you about what your real estate requirements are or to answer any questions you have with regards to residential real estate. Isabel Wolf, Broker, ABR. Charles Rutenberg Realty, 1733 Park St, Ste 150, Naperville, 60563. 630-728-2490. IsabelWolfRealtor.com.

services ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! – Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, finishing, structural repairs, humidity and mold control. Free estimates! 800-668-8230. CELEBRATING YOUR BIRTHDAY? HAVING A SLUMBER PARTY? ADD TO THE FUN! – Enjoy group mini-facials with our organic, toxin-, GMO- and cruelty-free skin products. Start off your journey in cosmetics world by wearing the Pangea glow! Info, Mihaela: 708-769-1741.

PRIVATE OFFICE TO SHARE: “JUST BRING YOUR BRIEFCASE” – Gorgeous fully furnished/decorated waiting area, small kitchenette and bathroom. Your treatment room is currently empty, has a window and hardwood floors. Lots of parking but discreet. This “wholistic” office would be perfect for a massage therapist, psychotherapist, etc. We are located behind Northbrook court shopping mall. Available immediately! Looking for the right person to share with. You will have access 24/7, security system, free WiFi, and privacy. $650/month. Northbrook location. For more info: 773-551-5083.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care & green living in our community. acupuncture BRIDGE TO HEALTH ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

4751 W Touhy, Ste 304, Lincolnwood 60712 773-956-0002 BridgeToHealthAcupuncture.com Relieve stress and pain, address addictions and improve overall health with acupuncture. We combine Eastern and Western approaches to pain relief, and offer a unique AcuGraph (Acupuncture Digital Exam) to provide a readout of your acupuncture meridians to identify and classify your energy imbalances and improve treatment results. Insurance accepted.

DEERFIELD COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

405 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 211 847-845-4090 DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com Quick pain relief, long-lasting results, sliding scale pricing of $20$40/treatment where you pay what you can afford. Offering acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in truly peaceful and healing environment. Open early/late hours, 7 days a week. For more info, testimonials, or to schedule an appointment, call 847-845-4090 or visit DeerfieldCommunityAcupuncture.com.

HEALING SPRING ACUPUNCTURE CENTER

1545 Waukegan, Glenview 60025 847-901-1800 • HSAcupuncture.com

Open the door to healing and balance through acupuncture. Mitzi Labant, Andrea Friedman Ishikawa and Cynthia Funai specialize in pain related problems, infertility, NAET (allergy elimination technique), anxiety, depression and chemo/radiation side-effects. They can successfully treat CFS/ fibromyalgia, immune system problems, insomnia, menopausal issues and other ailments in a relaxed and nurturing environment.

WHOLE HEALTH ACUPUNCTURE 50 E Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village 847-357-3929 WholeHealthPrograms.com

Offering community acupuncture on a sliding scale from $15-$40. Acupuncture is most affective when done consistently and for a full course of treatment. This brings faster relief, so you can get back to work and the things that you enjoy. Pricing lets you afford to have acupuncture simply because it feels good.

acupuncture & traditional oriental medicine LANA MOSHKOVICH, LAc, ND, MSOM

1834 Glenview Rd, 2nd Fl Glenview 60025 847-508-1470 Nirvana.Naturopathics@gmail.com www.Schedulicity.com/ Scheduling/NNUE6A Trained in both Western and Oriental Medicine, I use acupuncture and dietary approach along with herbal remedies to resolve musculoskeletal pain, internal medicine health issues, insomnia, anxiety and women’s health. Schedule your initial appointment on Schedulicity.com to find out if acupuncture can help you. Start your New Year with a healthier and alternative approach to your chronic health conditions.

architecture & design LENORE WEISS, AIA, LEED-AP

Lenore Weiss Studios, LLC 847-291-8285 LenoreWeissStudios.com Lenore Weiss Studios, LLC, offers high-quality residential and commercial architectural and interior design. It provides “environmental awareness” on every level; from a broader ecological scope of sustainable and healthy building solutions, to the careful attention to detail that successfully shapes clients’ own supportive personal surroundings. For more information, please visit LenoreWeissStudios.com.

beauty & wellness BEAUTIFUL IMAGE CO. FACIAL & BODY SCULPTING

630 Vernon Ave, Ste F, Glencoe 60022 708-406-9234 • BeautifulImageCo.com

Beautiful Image Facial & Body Sculpting’s™ (1974) all-natural microcurrent “Magic Wands” restore vibrancy and reverse aging. This highroad to younger, healthier skin and disposition recharges cells, sans surgery. Shed 10 years across 10 gentle treatments. Look ravishing; feel glorious, inside and out. See ad on page 17.

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Jen Z’s Beauty Services 2665 Waukegan Ave, LL, Highland Park 60035 847-433-8401 JenZsBeautyServicesInc.com

Beauty and wellness for mind, body and soul. Jen Z’s specializes in advanced neutraceuticals and weight management products and services. Services include: skin care, facials, waxing, makeup, spray tan, massage, full mani/pedi services. For your full-body wellness, we now offer acupuncture with Dr. Aleks; we also offer Reiki, wellness consults and essential oils.

bodywork Healing Body Therapeutics

Barry Krost, BCTMB Chicago • 312-288-6139 HealingBodyTherapeutics.com A holistic practice exploring our natural ability to heal with therapeutic help featuring Ortho-Bionomy®, a powerful bodywork and energy technique that uses specific body positions to provide effective pain relief that supports natural healing, and Family Constellations, a process that releases problems rooted in our family system over several generations.

Roth Structural Integration

Diane Roth, BCSI Highland Park, 60035 847-831-3213 • RothSI.com Structural Integration (SI) realigns, rebalances and re-educates the body through manual therapy and movement education. Chronic pain, bad posture, tired and achy bodies are signs that the body is out of balance. SI benefits include decreased pain, injury rehabilitation, improved posture, ease in movement, and increased flexibility and stamina.

ZEN SHIATSU CHICAGO

825 Chicago Ave, Evanston 60202 847-864-1130 ZenShiatsuChicago.org You’ll feel the stress melt away like the snow in spring through our relaxation-focused shiatsu massage practice, which offers the same energizing benefits as acupuncture combined with the restorative power of yoga poses. Dress in cozy threads, shiatsu is performed on fully clothed clients. Professional and student therapists available. See ad on back cover.

Zero Balancing Wellness Center

Mary H. Murphy, LMT, CZB, CST-D 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette 60091 847-920-9292 • ZBWellness.com Zero Balancing (ZB) works with the flow of chi through the skeletal system. Gentle, and energizing, a ZB session leaves the client with a wonderful feeling of body-mind integration and energized relaxation. ZB can help relieve body pain, emotional distress and boost well-being. Received clothed, ZB addresses the whole person.

brain health Marny Turvill, MD Evanston 60201 847-864-9098 DrMarny@gmail.com

Has your life been taken over by PTSD, a concussion or other TBI, chemical sensitivities, anxiety, or a child with learning or behavior problems? If you are ready to take back control and thrive, contact Dr. Marny now! You can feel better, think better and behave better without medications!

coaching & counseling CENTERED COACHING

Dr. Robbie Maller Hartman, PhD, PCC 847-831-5660 CenteredCoaching.com Professional certified life coach and licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience in health and wellness. Specializing in emotional eating issues, non-dieting weight loss, healthy lifestyle coaching, mindfulness meditation training, and stress management. Mentored by bestselling author Geneen Roth, as seen on Oprah. Call for a complimentary phone consultation.

LIVING IN HARMONY

Sheree Nathanson, ACC, CSC 847-274-8696 LivingInHarmonyNow.com Fill your life with joy and harmony using techniques and support from a certified life coach. Sheree is passionate about helping you to succeed, and provides direction and feedback for your ongoing success, as well as tips in conscious living from her world-class mentors. Call for free phone consultation.

colon hydrotherapy NORTHSHORE COLONICS

Lori Hirshman, I-ACT certified 1535 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 113 (behind Northbrook Court), Northbrook 60062 Add’l location: Colonics in Grayslake, 408 Center St 773-551-5083 • NorthShoreColonics.com You don’t need to suffer any more! We offer a relaxing and private environment where discretion and absolute cleanliness is never taken for granted! Our I-ACT certified practitioners have more than 12 years experience in Colon Hydrotherapy, Guided Programs, Life/Nutritional Coaching, all to help you make better choices for yourself. See ad on page 33.

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compounding pharmacy SAVE-RITE PHARMACY & COMPOUNDING

feng shui Laurie Pawli, Certified Feng Shui Consultant

Jim Kolar, Rph 3479 N Broadway, Chicago 60657 773-525-0766 SaveRitePharmacy.com

The Feng Shui School of Chicago LauriePawli@gmail.com CreateTheFeeling.com TheFengShuiSchoolOfChicago.com

Save-Rite is your locally owned compounding specialist in Lakeview. Besides dispensing traditional medication, we work closely with your doctor to customize medications for pediatric care, sports medicine, pain management, veterinary needs and a wide range of hormone replacement therapies (BHRT). We also offer a variety of medical equipment and daily living supplies so that you’ll always enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Free delivery to Lakeview and surrounding areas. See ad on page 35.

You can now learn Feng Shui in the Chicago area. The Feng Shui School of Chicago is recognized as a Gold Level School, the highest standard established by the International Feng Shui Guild. We teach basic “Feng Shui in a Day” classes, as well as a comprehensive 77-hour “Certified Feng Shui Consultant Training Program”. A “layering” approach is taught using Form, Best Personal Direction, and Front Door Bagua placement. Laurie is a student of Grand Master Professor Lin Yun, Katherine Metz and Denise Linn.

crystal healing green/healthy foods & restaurants

ROSLEY’S ROCKS AND GEMS

4344 N Western Ave, Chicago 60618 773-564-7200 CrystalMaster.com

ARYA BHAVAN

Join us at our new location, The Center, where we offer the widest selection of chakra healing stones, rough crystals, collectors’ pieces and specialty items. Come meditate in the crystal skull room, relax and heal on our new Amethyst Biomat™, and see our skilled and professional readers and healers.

digestive health specialist

2508 W Devon, Chicago 60659 773-274-5800 AryaBhavan.com Facebook.com/AryaBhavanChicago Arya Bhavan offers a menu of authentic vegan, raw, gluten-free and organic Indian dishes, prepared with healthy ingredients, no GMO or MSG, and a careful mix of Ayurvedic Indian spices with nutritional properties that benefit both mind and body. We help you “Eat Well, Feel Well, Think Well, Heal Well!”

NUTRITIONAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS

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Reneé S. Barasch, LDHS 480 Elm Place, Ste 108, Highland Park 60035 847-207-2034 • DigestiveHealthSolutions.com

1830 Tower Dr, Glenview 60026 847-834-0659 MingleJuiceBar.com Facebook.com/MingleJuiceBar

Digestive problems? Acid Reflux/ GERD, IBS, Crohn’s, colitis? Let us help you naturally achieve nutritional balance, feel better and enhance the quality of your life. Improve digestion while reducing discomfort and bloating so you can eat the foods you love again. Certified digestive health specialist/enzyme therapist. See ad on page 9 & 23.

Enjoy healthy, delicious, reasonably priced coldpressed juices, smoothies, nut milks, chia puddings, acai bowls, salads and gluten-free desserts at Mingle. Organic vegetarian soups, fair trade hot chocolate, tea and cider are also available to warm your insides when it’s cold outside. See ad on page 35.

essential oils

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YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS

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Karen Duewel 847-772-0212 YoungLiving.org/KarenDuewel

Imagine the power of complete wellness in your hands. Try Young Living’s carefully crafted line of essential oils, natural supplements and products designed to support your balanced, healthy life. Call me about multivitamins, antioxidant support, agebased nutrition, weight management, joint &mobility, energy & stamina, healthy snacking and more. See ad on page 29.

Baird & Warner Green Broker 847-212-5214 Katie.Hauser@BairdWarner.com I understand that heating, cooling, energy efficiency and commuting distance are important to your home buying and remodeling decisions. As a NAR Green Broker, I’ll help you find the dream home that meets your sustainable lifestyle. Working together, we’ll locate the best resources to make green improvements and sustainable renovations.

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Cellular Harmonies Sound & Vibrational Healing 847-234-0193 CellularHarmonies.com Experience how the soothing, peaceful tones of Marian’s voice and beautiful crystal bowls infuse vibrational healing of your body, mind, spirit. Contact Marian now for private and group sessions: wellness ceremonies, celebrations and Goddess Gatherings. It’s an extraordinary opportunity to recapture your sense of well-being in a loving, nurturing atmosphere.

1585 N Barrington Rd, Ste 106, Hoffman Estates 60069 847-884-1220 1440 Maple Ave, Ste 2A Lisle 60532 630-810-1280 KBoehmDDS.com

State-of-the-art holistic methods of dental care in a relaxed environment. Having extensive knowledge of the correlation between oral and overall health, Dr Boehm offers bio-friendly materials compatible with your body. Services include mercury-free fillings and crowns or bridges, safe mercury removal, fluoridefree office, electrodermal screening, homeopathy, cranial osteopathy, orthodontics and jaw orthopedics, laser treatment of gum disease and ozone therapy.

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ALLEGRA MAGRISSO, LCSW 2500 Ridge Ave, Ste 305, Evanston 60201 847-866-6515 AllegraMagrisso.com

The path to a more satisfying relationship begins with awareness that change is necessary for growth. Allegra brings 22 years of a mindfulness-based therapeutic practice supporting clients resolve relationship impasses and cultivate healing interactions. She works with couples, parents and children, intergenerational units and coworkers engage in honest communication.

Dr. Collins encompasses a holistic philosophy incorporating innovative approaches to patient care. Specializing in Oxygen/Ozone therapy that can enhance dental treatments, reduce toxicity and eliminate gum infection. Services include: non-invasive periodontal therapy, removal of metal fillings, nonmetal restorations, digital X-rays, Bio-Compatibility materials testing and lymph gland relaxation treatments.

HEALTHFUL ALTERNATIVES, P.C. Dr. Marianne W. Schaefer 4801 W Peterson Ave, Chicago 60646 773-777-8300 The-Toothfairy.com

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1300 Waukegan Rd, Glenview 60025 847-998-5100 • GlenviewSmiles.com Stay healthy with a whole-body, preventative care approach. We use non-fluoridated ozonated water, periodontal herbal treatments, and gluten-free herbal paste. Restorative options include: safe amalgam removal, BPA-free fillings and sealants, non-metal crowns and bridges, sleep apnea and TMJ appliances, and non-acrylic night guards, partials and dentures. Our conservative approach includes: digital X-rays and intraoral camera, nonsurgical gum therapies including laser and ozone, and herbal irrigation. Material reactivity testing, saliva pH and microscopic plaque analysis are available. Our natural approach includes dental homeopathy, craniosacral therapy, and nutritional counseling. Dental discount plan available and PPO insurance plans accepted. See ad on page 13.

Your full concentration and participation will achieve the best dental care. Our patients feel their participation adds to their knowledge and reduces their stress. Years of experience have taught us that comfort comes first, and it will change the way you think about dentists. Visit Chicago’s most interactive dental website. See ad on page 27.

MIDWEST INTEGRATIVE DENTISTRY 11952 Oak Creek Pkwy, Huntley 60142 847-659-8500 • MidwestDentistry.com

Dr. Sukel is a holistic general dentist, cosmetically restoring teeth without mercury or fluoride. Our digital X-rays and CT cone beam provide 3-D views for detailed diagnosis of root canals, laser gum treatment, missing teeth, implants and dentures. Sleep appliances and TMJ treatments for head and neck pain are also available.

TAF G. PAULSON, D.D.S., P.C. 233 E Erie St, Ste 816, Chicago 60611 312-944-7444 ChicagoHolisticDentistry.com

We offer gentle holistic dentistry that supports vibrant well-being in a caring and peaceful environment. Our Conscious Care includes mercury-free fillings; non-surgical periodontal therapy; digital X-rays; safe, biocompatible materials; bacterial analysis using a microscope; dental homeopathy and nutritional counseling. We guide you to dental wellness thorough education. Free indoor parking. See ad on page 22.

Dr. Andie T. Pearson

Gaiamed Dental 929 Ridge Rd, Wilmette 847-977-1655 HolisticDentalChicago.com Holistic dentistry involves an awareness of care that relates to the entire person. Gaiamed is a full-service practice using the most biocompatible dental options. Our services range from nonsurgical gum care to mercury-and-PBA-free restorations, crowns, bridges, partial and full dentures, children's dentistry, braces, implants, dental homeopathy, and craniosacral therapy. See ad on page 5.

WRIGLEYVILLE DENTAL

Dr. Bernice Teplitsky, D.D.S., P.C. 773-975-6666 WrigleyvilleDental.com Helping you reduce the risk of diseases such as diabetes and heart disease by using state-of-the-art technology, biocompatible, custom materials, practicing mercury-safe dentistry, and treating you like a partner in health.

holistic fitness BREAK4HEALTH

Chicago, Oak Park, Northbrook, Schaumburg 312-909-6343 Break4Health.com How much time are you spending a week exercising and not getting results? Technology now exists to train your muscles, nerves and bones effectively and naturally without spending hours at the gym. 10-20 minutes once a week can help you reverse osteoporosis, improve your balance and get stronger. Call and make an appointment today. See ad on page 11.

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Disenchantment or intimidation of the classic gym setting keeps many from getting into shape. If this sounds like you, Comfy Fitness can help. Our trainers will guide and teach you how to reach your health and fitness goals while leaving you looking forward to your next workout. Call for a free fitness assessment today. See ad on page 11.

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Laura (Savita) Jachim, CMT, CYT, CHT, Amrit Yoga/Yoga Nidra Facilitator 847-477-3069 • North Shore locations Awakening-Wellness.com Reshape your life, rebuild health, renew your attitude. Savita customizes session(s) to meet your personal intention and needs; utilizing holistic lifestyle coaching, therapeutic massage, energy work and yogic technologies to combat the negative effects of stress, to restore balance in body and mind and to awaken vitality from within.

KAREN LEVY BASHKIN, RN, MN 224-558-7646 YouMeToxicFree.com

Do you suffer from chronic health conditions? Do you want to preserve your health and the health of your family? Karen will help you strengthen your immune system by teaching how to reduce toxic chemicals in your personal environment, providing resources and creating a clear action plan to use reliable natural remedies.

FEEL GOOD AGAIN HEALTH Amy Andrews 847-361-6238 FeelGoodAgainHealth.com

Amy is a health detective and hormone whisperer who uses evidencebased lab work to help people who suffer from overweight, fatigue, depression, hormonal and digestive issues. If your tests are “normal” but you don’t feel right, you can uncover the hidden causes, rebuild health and feel good again. See ad on page 23.

Lilian Holm WeLLNESS

Lilian Holm, PT, CWT, CMS, CHC, CEAS 2733 Central St, Ste 1, Evanston 60201 847-208-8063 • LilianHolm.com Bring your body and mind back into balance through personalized manual physical therapy and health & wellness coaching, and experience your highest level of health! Physical therapy helps the body’s structure function optimally, and health and wellness coaching empowers you to make beneficial choices about all aspects of your lifestyle.

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Crossinology Brain Integration Technique Practitioner 2565 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 312-342-3077 • Crossinology.com

6137 N Elston Ave, Chicago 60646 773-631-5001 DrEuniceDeane.com

Do you have ADHD, autism, or other specific learning difficulties? Are you under emotional stress or pain? Schedule a free consultation today to start on your path to feeling your absolute best. Shelby is trained in Crossinology® Brain Integration Technique, a revolutionary form of energy work which is drug-free, non-invasive, and a restorative approach to healing.

Ivan Narkevitch L.Ac., LM.T.

4711 Golf Rd. Ste 525, Skokie 60076 847-495–2427 1875 Dempster St. Ste 180, Park Ridge 60068 847-825–0800 SanaMedica.us Bring relief to your body and mind from pain with the gentle, warm, welcoming & genuine touch of holistic health practitioner Ivan Narkevitch. Over 25 years of clinical experience and extensive postgraduate training in acupuncture, massage therapy, manual spinal decompression, spine & joints mobilization, homeopathy, bioresonance, anti-aging medicine, nutritional & herbal supplementation. See ad on page 27.

STEPHANIE TORBA

312-399-6040 Stephanie@StephanieTorba.com StephanieTorba.com • SeasonsCream.com Holistic nutritional therapist, licensed personal trainer and life coach. Solutions for weight loss, cardiovascular and digestive issues, sensitivities, disease prevention and management, muscular and bone health, sleep and hormone issues, individualized diets: vegetarian/ vegan and sports nutrition. Menu planning, cooking lessons and grocery store tours. Also works with children.

holistic medicine Dr. Kristen Bobik, DC 2500 W Higgins, Ste 420, Hoffman Estates 847-310-0303 The BalanceDoc.com

Our wellness clinic averages only a 5-minute wait time before you’re getting natural, safe, and effective treatment with the Doctor. Dr. Kristen specializes in acupuncture, low-force chiropractic care and food intolerance testing, and uses unique diagnostic tests to uncover the real cause of your health concern. Located at the corner of Higgins and Barrington roads. See ad on page 25.

Dr. Deane is a premier holistic chiropractic physician who offers total body solutions to chronic health and pain challenges. She treats all three sides of the triangle of health—structure, chemical and emotions—to resolve problems at the root cause. If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, and want to flip the switch from pain and chronic illness, Dr. Deane can help. Call for appointment. See ad on page 37.

Dr. Jerry P. Gore, MD

Center for Holistic Medicine 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/Deerfield 60015 847-236-1101 Holistic-Medicine.com Dr. Gore is director, supervisor and staff physician. He obtained his MD from the University of Illinois School of Medicine and his post-graduate work at Northwestern Institute of Psychiatry. He has over 30 years of experience blending nutrition, supplements, homeopathy, psychotherapy and collaborating with other practitioners at the center to offer a truly holistic medicine practice. See ad on page 43.

DR. NICK LeROY, DC, MS

IL Center for Progressive Medicine 1002 W Lake St, Chicago 60607 312-243-3338 • DrNick.net Dr. LeRoy has 20 years of experience in collaborating with his patients to determine why they are not well. He specializes in investigative work that includes a detailed discussion, examination and laboratory testing, then creates an integrative treatment plan that often includes diet and nutrition changes, acupuncture, chiropractic and other lifestyle modifications. Dr. LeRoy is best known for breast thermography, HPV treatment and GI problems. See ad on page 33.

DR. KIM MARTIN, D.C., F.A.S.A., BCIM North Shore Health Solutions LTD 1446 Techny Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-715-9060 NorthShoreHealthSolutions.com

Dr. Kim Martin, DC, FASA, BCIM, CFMP, is a certified gluten-free practitioner in Northbrook. She specializes in “Solving the Mystery of Your Chronic Condition” using Functional Medicine, blood work, stool samples and saliva. Call 847-715-9060 for more details. See ad on page 17.

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Mind Body Healing Center

77 W Washington, Ste 1704 Chicago 60602 312-285-5287 MindBodyHealingChicago.com We treat both the emotional and physical aspects of your health and specialize in depression, anxiety, digestive disorders and pain management. We provide diagnostic testing such as Biomeridian screening and apply natural interventions such as psychotherapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, physical therapy, nutrition, massage and energy work. Insurance accepted. Available evening and weekends.

NW ACADEMY OF HOMEOPATHY Twin Cities area in Minnesota 952-955-4117 HomeoVista.org

If you think healing should be safe and gentle, while treating the whole person, consider a career in Homeopathy. We have been training professional Classical Homeopaths since 1995 with convenient weekend classes in the Twin Cities area. Four-year accredited program includes classroom and clinical training with expert faculty.

holistic medicineayurveda Monica Yearwood

3807 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago 60618 773-697-3640 Info@HamsaCenter.com Monica Yearwood is an ayurvedic practitioner who empowers her clients with experiential practices. Her focus is digestive health, detoxification and lifestyle. Monica’s programs integrate diet, herbology and practices that cultivate awareness such as meditation and yoga. She runs programs out of her ayurvedic center, Hamsa Ayurveda & Yoga, in Chicago.

holistic physical rehabilitation LIFEWAVE INSTITUTE, LLC

Dr. Andrew Serlin, DC 3113 Dundee Rd, Northbrook 60062 224-723-5693 • LifeWaveInstitute.com Pro athletes heal quickly with aquatic therapy and so can you at one of the only facilities in Chicagoland with a warm water pool featuring an underwater treadmill. Lifewave Institute combines chiropractic, massage, aquatic and land-based rehab with practices of T’ai Chi Ch’uan, Chi Kung and acupuncture to deliver comfortable and effective muscular and joint pain relief.

holistic psychotherapist Sarah Wynn, LCSW Michigan Ave, Chicago 773-580-7282 SarahWynnLCSW.com

DR. CHERYL SCHWARTZ, DO Center for Holistic Medicine 240 Saunders Rd, Riverwoods/Deerfield 60015 847-236-1701 Holistic-Medicine.com

Why are you still putting off seeing a therapist? Whether you’re struggling with relationship problems, depression, anxiety, anger, impatience or apathy; if you’re recovering from addiction and your 12 Step Program just isn’t enough, or if you just want to sit down with someone to see if your thinking is reasonable, you don’t need to put it off anymore.

I specialize in Internal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. My goal is to help people in good health maintain their well-being, while assisting those with health problems to feel better and move to a more positive path. I manage general internal medicine issues as well as treat appropriate patients with Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, a hands-on method of healing. See ad on page 43.

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WCPT, CHICAGO’S PROGRESSIVE TALK

820 AM Streaming live: ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com Chicago’s Progressive Talk is a whole lot more than just a radio station. It is a community of several hundred thousand people who are sustainably inclined, environmentally responsible, community conscious and socially engaged. Monday through Friday the program lineup features national show hosts who broadcast from various cities across America. From the very political, to the very serious, to almostover-the-line edgy, they talk about what matters to you. On the weekends, specialty shows cover home improvement, gardening, Chicago politics, and much more. Listen on the radio or tune in online at ChicagosProgressiveTalk.com. See ad on page 63.

Dr. Fatima Vilich, MD 2700 Patriot Blvd, Ste 250, Glenview 60026 847-919-8651 DrFatima@Vibrant-Health.info Vibrant-Health.info Finally get relief for chronic illness, pain and suffering, and stop getting treated just for your symptoms. One of only 200 doctors certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine, Dr. Vilich finds the root cause of disease and starts the healing process—relieving pain, decreasing inflammation, stabilizing hormones, improving energy and much more. See ad on page 19.

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integrative medicine MARCO DE LA CRUZ, MD

Three locations: Lincoln Park, Roselle, McHenry 773-248-6200 • SelfHealthMD.com SelfHealthMD is your resource for comprehensive integrative, preventive and restorative medical services. Taking a mind, body and spirit approach to your health, we teach you self-health strategies and techniques you can use for optimal health. Services include: comprehensive evaluations, natural medicine treatments, BHRT, nutritional counseling, IV therapy. New patients receive a copy of Balancing Act: A Mind-Body-Spirit Approach to Optimal Health by Dr. De La Cruz.

LAKEVIEW INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Silvia Panitch, MD, Medical Director 3344 N Ashland Ave, Chicago 60657 773-525-6595 LakeviewIntegrativeMedicine.com

Balance your spiritual, emotional, psychological and physical well-being, and get the tools to heal. We integrate Western medicine methods of functional and internal medicine with modalities including acupuncture, biofeedback, chiropractic, nutrition, enzymes, amino acids, bio-identical hormones, homeopathy and neurotransmitters. Specializing in women’s health, weight control, pain management, gastrointestinal issues, adrenal fatigue and food allergies.

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A Healing Soul, Ltd. NW Suburbs; 847-370-5181 FreeYourself2BeYourself.org For gentle yet powerful change, experience a rich resource of breathwork, energy work, hypnotherapy, Craniosacral Reiki, somatic expression, dream work, Past Life, Soul Retrieval, and compassionate reflections to heal your body, mind, subconscious, energy and spiritual selves. Many people say that they feel lighter and more whole. Call today for your appointment.

BODY BASED PSYCHOTHERAPY Ellen Goode, CADC, CBT, ICST, CMT City & Suburbs • 312-504-4106 BodyBasedPsychotherapy.net

Want more from life? If you tried some other therapy or self help before and felt some deeper conflict was unseen or unresolved, it probably was. Mind/Body Therapy goes deeper and broader than other approaches. Helping clients with addictions, relational problems, abuse, personal and spiritual growth, etc. since 1988. Free Initial Consultation.

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Clinical Director, Inner Balance Northbrook, Chicago, Palm Springs 847-224-0244 InnerBalanceNow.com Ellen’s 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist integrates a conscious approach to healing old patterns through a mix of trauma and mindfulness-based psychotherapies, HMR, Lifeline, The Work (Byron Katie), energy medicine and somatic awareness. Join Meetup.com “Inner Balance Meditation” for updates on her events, and visit her at EllenKatz.net.

Christina Samycia, PsyD 77 W Washington, Ste 1704, Chicago 60602 312-285-5287 MindBodyHealingChicago.com

Dr. Christina seeks to inspire individuals to discover their authentic selves and lead a more meaningful life. She works with individuals who are interested in personal and spiritual growth and utilizes existential, psychodynamic, spiritual, cognitivebehavioral and mind-body interventions such as neuro-emotional technique (NET) and hypnosis. She is also the author of Discovering Inner Peace.

integrative soul coaching Peter Kime, MA

Center for Raydiant Life Fitness Evanston • 847-869-6477 RaydiantDay.com Experience more joy, energy, inner knowing and direction. Creator of Raydiant Pathways, Peter Kime, uses Raydiant Touch and Ixion Raydiant Integrations to revitalize your core energy body and empower your Soul Light Intelligence. He partners with you to stop self-sabotaging behavior, step free of limiting beliefs, and create the life your heart yearns for. Free initial consultation. See ad on page 21.

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intuitive consultation MICHELE HEATHER

847-509-8289 MicheleHeather1@yahoo.com MicheleHeather1.com Do you feel stuck? Mentally blocked or can’t make a decision? Michele helps you identify and release issues keeping you from full expression of your Essences. Surround yourself by the love of your Guides to release issues for an awesome, humbling and life-transforming experience. Michele is also psychic and a Reiki Master Teacher.

Holistic and Cultural Arts Center 1241 N Green St, McHenry 60050 Inside-Inspire.com Live near McHenry? Feel like a leaf without a tree? We’re your fun, relaxed, creative hangout just around the corner. Get a shiatsu massage, hear original musicians, find your tribe, tap into your inner healer. Plus, reasonable practitioner and classroom/event rental. Find your whole new world INSIDE. All ages. See ad on page 11.

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AWAKEN YOUR SPIRIT MASSAGE & ENERGY WORK

319B Harrison St, Oak Park 708-434-5370 AwakenYourSpirit.Webs.com

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815 Rosemary Ter, Deerfield, 60015 847-940-9870 • CG.org CG is a center for study and dialogue about human understanding. Our original focus – the world’s great religious, spiritual and cultural traditions – is still the heart of CG; but today our topics include history, politics, art, science, psychology, etc. At the core is the certainty that human culture constantly evolves. See ad on page 22.

Embrace your journey with a healthy balanced mind, body and spirit. Our humanistic and focused personal life coaching, therapeutic massage, reflexology, Reiki, cranial sacral therapy and meditation restores the body’s synergy to nurture its self healing abilities. Life is a journey, let Awaken Your Spirit support yours.

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1282 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park 60035 847-831-8828 • InfinityFoundation.org Offering more than 200 Courses for Life in personal, professional and spiritual growth and development. FUNtastic Family Fair with live entertainment and holistic hands-on vendors, January 25. Meditation Marathon, World Peace for Inner Peace, with chanting, relaxation, guided meditation, February 20. CEUs available. Reasonable practitioner and classroom rental. Call or email for a free course guide. See ad on page 17.

636 Church St, Ste 505, Evanston 60201 312-607-3194 MassageAndDoula.com

Women’s Massage Therapy is a small, private practice that focuses entirely on women’s health and well-being. Many services are geared toward new moms, but all women are welcome for massage and Reiki sessions. Also offer birth doula services, placenta services, and infant massage classes for new parents.

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naturopathic consultation DR. ALLA ARUTCHEVA, MD, PhD, ND

Associate Professor, Rush University Med. School Antalee Wellness 1836 Glenview Rd, 2nd Fl, Glenview 60025 • 847-486-1130

When your body is in an imbalanced state your health is compromised. Dr. Alla Arutcheva’s Full Body Check Up is a non-invasive, highly reliable test that can provide you with a snapshot of your current state of health. She can also identify which supplements your body needs for optimal healing benefits.

naturopathic doctors WORLD TREE NATURAL MEDICINE

Wm. Thor Conner, ND, LMT Kristina Conner, ND MSOM 17W703-f Butterfield Rd, Oakbrook Terrace 60181 630-407-4379 TheHealingPowerOfNature.com

Naturopathic medicine uses a wide range of therapeutic modalities to address nearly any medical concern with the least invasive treatment. With roots in traditional wisdom and branches in modern science, we use a whole person focus featuring botanical, nutritional, homeopathic, physical and Chinese medical approaches which are highly effective and will often find answers that others miss. Call for a 15-minute consult to see how we can help you.

nutrition Eating with Ease

Charlotte Hammond, MS, RD, LDN, RYT 150 N Michigan, Ste 800, Chicago, 60601 312-547-9247, EatingWithEase.com Registered and Licensed Dietitian providing integrative nutritional counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy for weight management, diabetes, cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, osteoporosis, special needs, bowel disorders, vegan/vegetarian diets, dietary transition, mindful eating, detoxification, safe supplementation and more. Also available for grocery store tours, cupboard clean-out, menu management and seminars.

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organic spa Solay Wellness / So WELL 4819 Main, Skokie 847-676-5571 SolayWellness.com

So Well is your unique destination for wellness in Skokie. Enjoy our Salt Relaxation Room, $15/session; Infrared Salt Sauna, $15/session or Heated Massage Beds, $15/session. While you’re here, discover over 300+ artisan crafted, organic and fair trade Salt crystal lamps, bath & beauty, healthy gourmet, natural home products and more to continue your wellness journey. To learn more, or order securely, call or visit website.

preventive medicine DR. LYNNE BELSKY

Living Well MD 1535 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 306, Northbrook 60062 847-418-2030 LivingWellMD.com Care for body, mind, and spirit with personalized, integrative medical care. Concierge physician dedicated to helping you stay healthy, prevent disease, and feel your best. See ad on page 41.

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We offer a safe and cost-effective alternative to conventional mattresses, in a low-pressure, relaxing sales environment. Full selection of all-natural and organic latex mattresses, pillows and accessories, including Natura, Savvy Rest, Suite Sleep and Sleeptek, plus USA-made Simmons Beautyrest. Locally owned and operated since 1983. See ad on page 45.

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KUNLUN® System Apprentice EvolvingStarSpirit@gmail.com EvolvingStarSpirit.com Connect with the Divine within for self-awakening, self-healing, selfknowing. Schedule a free casual chat to learn more about these ancient practices leading to Golden Dragon Body for men, Golden Phoenix Body for women, much like the Rainbow Body of Tibet. Classes vary $20-$50 sharing Neigung methods of re-enlightenment.

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Lisa Albrecht, Renewable Energy Specialist 847-677-0950 SolarServiceInc.com Yes, solar works great in Chicago! We are the premier solar design and installation company in the Midwest with over 2,000 solar commercial and residential projects in the Chicago area. Solar is clean, smart and affordable. We specialize in practical solar solutions. Let us help you Harvest the Sun!

Richard Gans, MA, RMT

Certified Reiki Master Teacher 23922 Lake Cook Rd, Deer Park 60010   847-304-4315 Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Reiki is a gentle, safe, and non-invasive hands-on healing touch therapy that renews your vital energy and brings a deeply relaxing experience. Your first Reiki session is free. Reasonable rates. Call to schedule an appointment.

Janice Lodato, MA, RMT

Reiki Master of Masters 115 N Marion St, Ste 12 Oak Park 60301 ReikiHealingEnergy.net Reiki helps you to heal faster, sleep better, and live more calmly. I offer Reiki sessions and classes (1, 2, & Master) to bring balance to your being and help you live your best life. Call or email to schedule a session or class, 708-738-0438, ReikiHealingEnergy.net@gmail.com. Approved Provider, NCBTMB #451704-11.

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spiritual & life renewal THE EDGAR CAYCE HOLISTIC CENTER AND BOOKSTORE At Unity Northwest Church 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines 60016 847-299-6535 AREChicagoCenter@gmail.com

Full-service bookstore, Cayce remedies, spiritual growth study groups, monthly programs, workshops and holistic fairs, intuitive skills development training, knowledgeable seekers, intuitives, healers and more. Call for hours. See ad on page 6.

spiritual boutique INTUITIVE RESOURCES 650 Meacham, Elk Grove 60007 847-508-5322

Intuitive Resources is a spiritual boutique conveniently located in the northwest suburbs. Our large selection of services includes Reiki, chakra therapy (cleansing and balancing), Tarot card and intuitive readings, past life regression, etc. Our shop offers a large variety of spiritual gifts to choose from: candles, crystals, books, jewelry, sage/incense and much more. Open Monday through Friday from 11am-8pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm. See ad on page 31.

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Rev. Carol Saunders 375 Elm St, Deerfield 60015 847-337-3866 AbundantLifeUnity.org

Fitting you in the correct type of shoe for your activity, and in the proper size and width for your feet, is our number one objective. When shoes fit well and your feet are comfortable, your whole body feels better and you can perform at your optimum level throughout the entire day. Largest selection of New Balance footwear and apparel in the Chicago area, with extensive inventory of sizes and widths from 2A-6E. Friendly staff is experienced in helping to resolve or relieve many common foot ailments such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, morton’s neuroma, hammer toe, and arch pain. Locally owned and operated since 1995. See ad on page 15.

We are a Unity spiritual community with practical and inspirational teachings that emphasize you as a divine creation. Our Sunday services are current, relevant and uplifting. We welcome everyone. Family friendly. Sunday Celebration Service with indie/pop/rock music by The Grateful Living 10:30am at the Patty Turner Center, in Deerfield.

yoga SAT NAM YOGA CHICAGO West Loop: 1304 W Washington Blvd. 312-498-6911 SatNamYogaChicago.com

women’s fitness TASH Fitness

8816 N Bronx Ave Skokie 60077 847-379-5777 TashFitness.com Looking for a safe, inspiring, non-judgmental environment to help you attain a better quality of life? At Tash Fitness “We Get It.” We fight the cravings every day and work on the physical, emotional and psychological aspects of our lifestyle changes, one change at a time. See ad on page 19.

Join our vibrant healthy community. We welcome all fitness levels and ages to learn the benefits of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation, including Women’s and Children’s Yoga. Our intention is to provide a safe haven for cultivating your spiritual practice and exploring your higher self in a fun and relaxed environment.

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Amy Goodman

Beginning Zen Shiatsu 10 week sessions

January 13 - March 17 Tue 11am-2pm (ON TABLE) January 15 - March 19, Thu 11am-2pm January 15 - March 19, Thu 7-10pm

2 weekend intensive session

Feb 20-22 & 27 - Mar 1, Fri 7-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-4pm

Rooted in universal principles of change and balance, the study of Zen Shiatsu enriches your life while you learn to help others. Learn to relieve aches and pains through acupressure and assisted stretching while also listening to the deeper messages our bodies have to tell us. Try an entry-level class and decide if our program is the one youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been looking for.

or try one of our

Free Introductory Workshops January 8, Thursday, 7-9:30pm February 13, Friday, 7-9:30pm To view more class times visit zenshiatsuchicago.org/schedule/

E-mail info@zenshiatsuchicago.org or call 847-864-1130 to sign up today!

www.zenshiatsuchicago.org CEs Available

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825 Chicago Ave., Evanston, IL